Unconquered Leningrad: the RUSSIA EXPO hosted the "900 Candles" campaign
To mark the 80th anniversary of Leningrad's complete liberation from the Nazi blockade, participants from the Voluntary Russian Children's and Youth Military-Patriotic Movement "Youth Army" created a candlelight installation of candles in the shape of the number "900" as a sign of mourning for those who died during the long 900-day blockade.
On the facade of Pavilion No. 58 the newsreel footage of the 324-gun salvo in honor of the liberation of the city, which took place on January 27, 1944, was shown. At the end of the event, the song "Unconquered Leningrad" was played - it is dedicated to the feat of Leningraders who survived the blockade and defended their city.
The International RUSSIA EXPO is the most important achievements of the country gathered in one place. Throughout the entire period of the Exposition, guests can look forward to cultural events, a rich business and educational program. The expositions of 89 Russian regions, leading federal agencies, corporations and public organizations are presented to the visitors.
Residents of Yugra joined a khorovod (round Dnce) and performed the "Waltz of Unity" to melodies from the war years.
The intellectual contest was held in the "Geography Classroom" at the "Geography Lessons" exposition.
The expedition has been held since 2012 on the initiative of young people from Yugra to preserve the memory of the heroism of frontline soldiers and home-front workers.
