Victory Day, commemorating the Allied victory over Nazi Germany in World War II, is observed with deep respect in many countries, including Kazakhstan.
Kazakhstan celebrates Victory Day on May 9th, marking the date in 1945 when Germany officially surrendered at 1 a.m. Moscow time. The first Victory Day celebration took place that same year, with a grand parade in Moscow’s Red Square. Since then, May 9th has been marked by solemn military parades and marches across the post-Soviet world, including Kazakhstan.
In Kazakhstan, the day is honored with military units and school groups marching through city streets toward memorial parks and monuments dedicated to fallen soldiers. At these sites, people lay flowers on the graves of war heroes, paying tribute to the countless Kazakh soldiers who lost their lives in World War II while defending their homeland and fellow countrymen.
Victory Day is officially observed on both May 9th and 10th in Kazakhstan. On May 9th, educational and cultural institutions across the country host special events to honor the memory of the war heroes, and veterans are invited to share their stories with younger generations, ensuring that the legacy of the war is never forgotten. Charity events are organized throughout the month, and the government continues to offer support to all remaining World War II veterans as a gesture of gratitude for their service.
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