03.05.2011
Text: Black Sea Fleet Information Support Group
Photo: Black Sea Fleet Information Support Group
Final rehearsal of the Victory Day parade was held in Sevastopol on Apr 30. Russia's Black Sea Fleet (BSF) as well as Ukraine's Navy and Air Force will participate in the parade to be conducted on May 9 in honor of 66th anniversary of the Victory in WW2.
The parade drill was carried out under auspices of BSF Coastal Defense Commander Gen. Maj. Alexander Ostrikov. Specific attention was given to the historical part which implies participation of servicemen dressed in WW2 uniform, and marching drill of drum company consisting of BSF and Ukrainian Navy servicemen which is going to open the parade.
As is scheduled, the dress rehearsal will be held in Sevastopol on May 5.