May 9, the whole world celebrates the great victory of the Soviet Union and Allied forces over fascism, which took place in 1945. AT This holiday is very significant for Russia, because the Fatherland was on fire war, and all Soviet people fought, not sparing life for the great Victory. Military parades and processions take place in many cities veterans, public events, concerts and historical dramatization.
It is on this day that the Russian people are full of pride in their heroic story. After all, this date is of great importance not only for the state, but also for every citizen. It’s their grandfathers and great-grandfathers took part in the liberation of the world from the “black plague ”of the 20th century. They did not spare their lives for the sake of a peaceful sky above their heads and a brighter future. That is why May 9th was the day when every domestic resident considers it his duty to pay tribute not returning from war and to honor those veterans who survived to today.
Festive banquet
In addition to high-profile celebrations, parades, historical dramas, You can pay tribute to the heroes with a good banquet. For this you need to create a suitable atmosphere and properly set the table. A big role in the holiday atmosphere is played by the correct thematic room decoration and a list of selected dishes, as well as toasts and speeches.
Before you start table setting, you need to remember with what characters went on the attack and heroes died seven decades back. You need to know everyday objects and clothes at that time. It is necessary to accurately convey the atmosphere and surroundings of time. Candles, carnations, five-pointed ones will not be superfluous in the decoration stars, St. George ribbon. It will help to convey the atmosphere of that time triangle letter and front photos. Plays a huge role dishes: glasses should be faceted, and spoons and forks tin. A soldier’s flask and bowlers will not hurt. An important detail is a copy Banner of Victory. For thematic speeches, you need to record a winning speech Levitan and songs of the war years.
Themed table setting
To begin with, they set the Victory Banner, because it is official symbol for veterans. This canvas was installed on the roof of the German parliament on May 1 70 years ago that marked such a long-awaited victory over the Nazi invaders. If it is not possible to purchase or make a copy banners with your own hand, you should just highlight the red color as the main serving: take red napkins, red dishes, tablecloth and decor elements.
An important role in laying the festive table on this day plays the presence of St. George ribbon. One of the most important was attached to it. awards of each veteran – “For Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 “. Everyone has this medal. a soldier who took part in those battles and at all rear workers who brought Victory Day closer with their work. The approval of the medal occurred on May 9, 1945. Find the medal itself it will be hard. And it’s not right (except that it will kindly provide some veteran). But you need to take the St. George ribbon. She is able to convey all that military atmosphere. With a ribbon you can candle bandage glasses, cloves and attach to photos.
a red star
An important attribute of the holiday is a star with five rays. Her image is on the victorious Banner, clothes and headgear warriors. The appearance of a five-pointed star has the most coveted reward of of time – the Golden Star of the Hero. The presence of a star may be conditional – in its form they make and lay out salads, bake cookies, spread napkins. A cake looks like a five-pointed star.
Do not forget about one hundred people’s grams of vodka. Before each the guest needs to put a faceted glass with them. This is an important element because, accordingly, with the decree of the Supreme Commander of 22 May 1942, each soldier was entitled to one hundred grams of vodka per day fortress of 40 degrees. This vodka ration was indispensable nervous tension and feelings. Only way to remember deceased comrade.
Flowers of victory
The most important flower in the decor is carnations. They decorate the table. It was this flower that became a symbol of shed blood and suffering, he symbolizes the suffering that had to go through for Great Victory. The pleasant aroma of carnations will make the atmosphere of the feast still festive.
Do not forget about the candle set on fire from the eternal flame. it a symbol of memory for the dead and missing. Lighted candle will symbolize the connection of soldier’s destinies and generations, heroic deeds and strong friendship.
War song is the soul of a soldier
At the festive table, one should not forget about the war song time. A song is the soul of a soldier. Gathering in a circle, the fighters took soul, performing patriotic and sincere compositions. Separate military patriotic melodies went in line. With them fighters defended our fatherland. Meeting fascist tanks with a bare bayonet. Such songs could fully convey the mood and feelings of people.
Every year there are fewer veterans. Soon them all will not, and the next generation will only be able to guess heroic feat with books and films. It will be difficult to imagine the whole that atmosphere. But the most important thing that was present in it was soldier food. There are several recipes that do not have changed since then and were very popular with the soldier.
Navy Pasta – Famous Food sailors
Navy pasta was cooked on the ships of the Baltic Fleet. The recipe was simple, and products for him were always in stock. For four servings, you need 500 g of meat on the ribs (you can stew), 500 g of pasta and 200 g of onions.
Cooking:
The meat was boiled and diced. Pasta was boiled. Onion cut into cubes and fry in a pan until golden colors. Then all the ingredients were mixed and poured a little meat broth. Next, it remained to put everything for 15 minutes in the oven at a temperature of 200 degrees.
Kulesh for soldiers
The soldier’s kulish was very popular among soldiers. For a serving for 4-5 people, 500 g of real Soviet was needed stews, 300 g of millet, three potatoes and the same number of heads onions.
Cooking:
The potatoes were peeled, cut into large cubes and added to millet. Onions were fried in a pan until golden brown and mixed with stew. Then all this was added to the pan with millet and potatoes and cooked on fire until cooked.
Buckwheat tart
This dish was very popular among rear workers, who wanted to at least sometimes create a holiday atmosphere in conditions food shortages. For one serving it was necessary: 1 kg of test for yeast, a quarter kilo buckwheat porridge, 300 g mushrooms and 200 g onions onions.
Cooking:
Buckwheat porridge was cooked until half cooked and then added peeled and chopped stewed mushrooms with onions. The dough rolled out in a thin layer, and the resulting filling was laid out on top. Then all baked in the oven until cooked.
The famous “Rzhevsky” bread
The easiest option is to make bread from available products in deficit conditions, was according to the “Rzhevsky” recipe. For one loaf they took one kilogram of potato, a quarter kilo of bran and salt with butter (butter was a big deficit, but now it’s better to make bread with him).
Cooking:
Jacketed potatoes were peeled and ground in meat grinder. Then bran with salt and oil was added and mixed dough. The baking sheet sprinkled with bran. Bread was baked in the oven.
May 9th celebration a way to pay tribute to those who defended our homeland. On this day, wish all those who still remember those long years experienced years. Thanks to this holiday, all descendants know which at the cost of the Great Victory!
