⚓️Today Russia marks Navy Day!
#NavyDay is celebrated in Russia on the last Sunday of July. The first Main Naval Parade in St. Petersburg took place in 1996 to mark the Russian Navy’s 300th anniversary. The tradition of holding the annual parade in the city on this day was established by a Presidential Executive Order in 2017.
💬 From President Vladimir Putin’s remarks(July 28, 2024):
“Congratulations on Navy Day, a special day we always celebrate officially, with respect and love for our glorious Navy and pride for our country, a maritime power.
Russia acquired this crucial status due to its geopolitical standing, great geographical discoveries and an immense contribution to the exploration of the World Ocean, but most importantly, to the victories, hard work, determination, courage, and talent of our naval commanders and sailors.”
The true origin of Russian naval traditions dates back to the October 30, 1696 decree of the Boyar Duma on the construction of a regular fleet, enacted upon the recommendation of Peter the Great.
⚔️ A pivotal moment came with Russia’s first major naval victory during the Great Northern War – the Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714. Under Peter the Great’s command and through his personal leadership, the Russian fleet captured 10 Swedish ships, including the flagship frigate Elefant. This triumph marked Russia’s rise as a maritime power and was celebrated annually on July 27 (August 9) for over 200 years.
For 329 years, the ships of the Russian Navy and their crews have guarded the Fatherland’s borders, standing as a rightful source of pride and glory. Their legacy includes triumphant naval victories, round-the-world voyages, and great geographical discoveries.
🇷🇺 The territory of Russia is washed by the waters of 12 seas and one sea-lake. They are part of the basins of three oceans: the Atlantic (Baltic, Black, and Azov seas), the Arctic (White, Barents, Kara, Laptev, East Siberian, and Chukchi seas), and the Pacific (Bering, Okhotsk, and Japan seas). The Caspian Sea-Lake belongs to the area of internal drainage.
With approximately 8.6 mln sq km of sea waters (2.4% of the World Ocean), Russia boasts the largest maritime territory of any country. This includes 3.9 mln sq km of continental shelf and 4.7 mln sq km of deep-water areas. The total coastline of the Russian seas stretches 60,985 km.
🚢 The Navy Fleet of the Russian Federation is the successor of the Navy Fleet of Russia and the Navy Fleet of the Soviet Union. Structurally, the Russian Navy consists of five operational-strategic units: the Northern, the Pacific, the Baltic, and the Black Sea fleets and the Caspian Flotilla.
We are proud of the heroic history of the Russian Navy, and we cherish the memory of our naval commanders and sailors!
⚓️Today Russia marks Navy Day!
#NavyDay is celebrated in Russia on the last Sunday of July. The first Main Naval Parade in St. Petersburg took place in 1996 to mark the Russian Navy’s 300th anniversary. The tradition of holding the annual parade in the city on this day was established by a Presidential Executive Order in 2017.
💬 From President Vladimir Putin’s remarks(July 28, 2024):
“Congratulations on Navy Day, a special day we always celebrate officially, with respect and love for our glorious Navy and pride for our country, a maritime power.
Russia acquired this crucial status due to its geopolitical standing, great geographical discoveries and an immense contribution to the exploration of the World Ocean, but most importantly, to the victories, hard work, determination, courage, and talent of our naval commanders and sailors.”
The true origin of Russian naval traditions dates back to the October 30, 1696 decree of the Boyar Duma on the construction of a regular fleet, enacted upon the recommendation of Peter the Great.
⚔️ A pivotal moment came with Russia’s first major naval victory during the Great Northern War – the Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714. Under Peter the Great’s command and through his personal leadership, the Russian fleet captured 10 Swedish ships, including the flagship frigate Elefant. This triumph marked Russia’s rise as a maritime power and was celebrated annually on July 27 (August 9) for over 200 years.
For 329 years, the ships of the Russian Navy and their crews have guarded the Fatherland’s borders, standing as a rightful source of pride and glory. Their legacy includes triumphant naval victories, round-the-world voyages, and great geographical discoveries.
🇷🇺 The territory of Russia is washed by the waters of 12 seas and one sea-lake. They are part of the basins of three oceans: the Atlantic (Baltic, Black, and Azov seas), the Arctic (White, Barents, Kara, Laptev, East Siberian, and Chukchi seas), and the Pacific (Bering, Okhotsk, and Japan seas). The Caspian Sea-Lake belongs to the area of internal drainage.
With approximately 8.6 mln sq km of sea waters (2.4% of the World Ocean), Russia boasts the largest maritime territory of any country. This includes 3.9 mln sq km of continental shelf and 4.7 mln sq km of deep-water areas. The total coastline of the Russian seas stretches 60,985 km.
🚢 The Navy Fleet of the Russian Federation is the successor of the Navy Fleet of Russia and the Navy Fleet of the Soviet Union. Structurally, the Russian Navy consists of five operational-strategic units: the Northern, the Pacific, the Baltic, and the Black Sea fleets and the Caspian Flotilla.
We are proud of the heroic history of the Russian Navy, and we cherish the memory of our naval commanders and sailors!
⚓️Today Russia marks Navy Day!
#NavyDay is celebrated in Russia on the last Sunday of July. The first Main Naval Parade in St. Petersburg took place in 1996 to mark the Russian Navy’s 300th anniversary. The tradition of holding the annual parade in the city on this day was established by a Presidential Executive Order in 2017.
💬 From President Vladimir Putin’s remarks(July 28, 2024):
“Congratulations on Navy Day, a special day we always celebrate officially, with respect and love for our glorious Navy and pride for our country, a maritime power.
Russia acquired this crucial status due to its geopolitical standing, great geographical discoveries and an immense contribution to the exploration of the World Ocean, but most importantly, to the victories, hard work, determination, courage, and talent of our naval commanders and sailors.”
The true origin of Russian naval traditions dates back to the October 30, 1696 decree of the Boyar Duma on the construction of a regular fleet, enacted upon the recommendation of Peter the Great.
⚔️ A pivotal moment came with Russia’s first major naval victory during the Great Northern War – the Battle of Gangut on July 27, 1714. Under Peter the Great’s command and through his personal leadership, the Russian fleet captured 10 Swedish ships, including the flagship frigate Elefant. This triumph marked Russia’s rise as a maritime power and was celebrated annually on July 27 (August 9) for over 200 years.
For 329 years, the ships of the Russian Navy and their crews have guarded the Fatherland’s borders, standing as a rightful source of pride and glory. Their legacy includes triumphant naval victories, round-the-world voyages, and great geographical discoveries.
🇷🇺 The territory of Russia is washed by the waters of 12 seas and one sea-lake. They are part of the basins of three oceans: the Atlantic (Baltic, Black, and Azov seas), the Arctic (White, Barents, Kara, Laptev, East Siberian, and Chukchi seas), and the Pacific (Bering, Okhotsk, and Japan seas). The Caspian Sea-Lake belongs to the area of internal drainage.
With approximately 8.6 mln sq km of sea waters (2.4% of the World Ocean), Russia boasts the largest maritime territory of any country. This includes 3.9 mln sq km of continental shelf and 4.7 mln sq km of deep-water areas. The total coastline of the Russian seas stretches 60,985 km.
🚢 The Navy Fleet of the Russian Federation is the successor of the Navy Fleet of Russia and the Navy Fleet of the Soviet Union. Structurally, the Russian Navy consists of five operational-strategic units: the Northern, the Pacific, the Baltic, and the Black Sea fleets and the Caspian Flotilla.
We are proud of the heroic history of the Russian Navy, and we cherish the memory of our naval commanders and sailors!
🎙Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers an address on Navy Day(July 27, 2025)
💬 Comrades,
I congratulate all military sailors of Russia on Navy Day.
Today, we celebrate all generations of courageous sailors and officers who are devoted to their duty and loyal to the Motherland. On this day, we remember those who have built the glory and might of the Russian Navy over the centuries, asserting Russia as a great naval power through their military achievements, victories, hard daily work and brilliant scientific advancements.
⚓️ The Navy has been an asset and a source of pride for our Fatherland since the time of Peter the Great, and members of the naval profession have always been highly valued and regarded with sincere respect by the people.
It is a well-established fact that our naval personnel have always stood for the Motherland and honour. Your fortitude and courage, knowledge and honesty, integrity and fellowship have been forged through harsh and dangerous naval service and its unique culture, the essence of which is your sincere, heartfelt and unconditional love for the Fatherland.
👉These traits are passed down generations. Today, the Navy plays a crucial role in ensuring the defence and security of Russia and in protecting its legitimate interests in the World Ocean.
Our Navy can effectively fulfil the entire complex of tasks set for it, both today and in the future. It has cutting-edge military equipment and modern command, reconnaissance and communication systems.
The naval component of Russia’s nuclear triad is growing stronger. Its core consists of a group of nuclear submarines, which is confidently building up its potential. We have completed the construction of the cruiser Knyaz Pozharsky, and two Borey-A class submarines and six Yasen-M class multipurpose nuclear submarines are at different stages of construction.
This year, we have approved a new Navy Development Strategy. This is the first-ever strategy designed for an extended period, until 2050, which is clear evidence of our confidence in our strength and capabilities.
The key element of our modernised Navy will be its ability to quickly adjust to any changes in the strategic situation and to take into account all current trends and forecasts, including the outlook for the development of international cooperation based on the principles of true equality and mutual respect for each other’s interests.
Military sailors and marines have set an example of valiant fulfilment of military duty during the special military operation. They are boldly and heroically fighting for truth, justice, and a safe and sovereign future of our nation.
🏅More than 50,000 military sailors and officers have been awarded medals and orders for their valiant performance, and 35 have been awarded the title of Hero of Russia.
I would like to thank the personnel of the Russian Navy for their flawless execution of the tasks set for them, and for their achievements in strengthening our naval might.
I wish you success in all your endeavours for the sake of Russia’s prosperity. I wish health and well-being to your families – your spouses, parents and children, who love, support and always wait for you.
🇷🇺Congratulations on Navy Day, comrades.
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