On May 9th, Russia and several former Soviet republics commemorate Victory Day, a pivotal date in their collective history. This day marks the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945, when Soviet forces seized control of Berlin, effectively bringing World War II in Europe to an end. In Russia, particularly in Moscow, Victory Day remains a deeply significant and emotionally charged occasion. It is celebrated with grand parades and ceremonies, with the focal point being an impressive display of military might, as tanks, missile launchers, and other hardware roll through the streets in a spectacle of power and pride.