When the Day of the Navy is celebrated in 2015

Day of the Navy is widely celebrated throughout Russia. This is not surprising, because our country has exits to 13 seas, belonging to 3 oceans. The Baltic, Black Sea, Pacific, and Northern fleets historically stood guard over the interests of the state. Today we will talk about the traditions of celebrating the Navy Day.

history of the holiday

Professional holiday of naval commanders was established by the decree of the President of the Russian Federation VV Putin in 2006. It is celebrated on the last Sunday of July. In the USSR, a memorable day for all sailors fell on July 24. Introduced this holiday on the orders of the People's Commissar of the Soviet Navy Nikolai Kuznetsov - in 1939, so that in 2015 he turns 76 years old. The history of the Navy in Russia dates back to the 17th century, when, according to the project of Cornelius Vanbukoven, the first Eagle warship was built. An invaluable contribution to the development of the Navy was made by Peter the Great, it was he who decreed by his decree: "Marine ships to be!".

What date is the Navy Day 2015?

In 2015, the day of the Navy is celebrated on July 26. Especially large-scale events are traditionally held in St. Petersburg, Murmansk, Sevastopol, Astrakhan, Severomorsk. In the northern capital this year, in addition to the Navy Day, the 300th anniversary of the Battle of Gangut is celebrated. In the water area of ​​the Neva will be a parade of warships, after which the audience will be able to climb the deck of the ships. In the park of the 300th anniversary of the city everyone will be able to see theatrical productions dedicated to the victories of the Russian fleet, and in the park "Sosnovka", on the Spit of Vasilievsky Island, in the Alexander Garden - listen to music. The holiday will end with traditional fireworks. In Sevastopol, there is also a parade of ships of the Black Sea Fleet, demonstration marines, a concert and fireworks. By the way, only on this day the Black Sea men are allowed to wear white trousers to the dress uniform.