Russia Revels in Victory Day

An honour guard resplendently uniformed, stand to strict attention as the strategic missiles Topol-M pass through the Red Square during the military parade, devoted to the 63rd anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany.
YURI KOCHETKOV / EPA

Missile Command
An honour guard stands at strict attention as Topol-M strategic missiles roll through Red Square. Its cobbles had been reinforced to cope with the tanks and other heavy weaponry.

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