Holiday of Generations - Air Force Day
In Russia, the Air Force Day annuallyis celebrated in the last summer month, on the 12th. This date was established by the decree of the President in 2006. According to him, the Air Force Day received a special status of a memorable date. It is designed to revive and develop in the memory of each military tradition, to show how prestigious military service is. In addition, it is established as a gratitude to military specialists who were able to ensure the security and defense of the state.
Education in Russia Aviation
The day of the air force was established thanks to the archival order dated 1912. It was he who asserted the creation of military Russian aviation.
In the twentieth century, the first models of aircraft appeared, which were intended for military purposes. From the same moment in Russia, the purchase of military aircraft and the training of military pilots began.
The events of the First World War contributed tosignificant development of military aviation. The aircraft were used in those years for reconnaissance, as well as to defeat the target in the air and on the ground. Since 1917, Russian military aviation has become an independent type of military forces.
At the end of the Civil War in Russia forthe minimum time was restored for the establishment of aircraft. Particular attention was paid to the improvement of the air-military system. Squadrons, the air corps, operational associations were formed. And in 1939-1940 in the forces of military Soviet aviation the organization was changed from brigade to divisional and regimental.
The military-air system of the USSR during the Second World War
The first years of the Second World War for Russian aviation werecrushing, she was inflicted great harm. However, despite the difficult conditions, the air-based aviation system has been strengthened. And in 1943 the USSR was recognized as a leader in air domination.
Post-war period in the development of air force aviation and modernity
After the end of the war, piston aviation passed to reactive aviation, and the structure of the organization of formations and units was constantly improved.
After the USSR ceased to exist on themap, significantly weakened the air force of the post-Soviet space. Parts of the aviation grouping were transferred to the union republics. In many territories, a significant part of the more prepared airfield network remained.
Day of the Air Force of Russia is oneof the main holidays for the country, because this group of troops is one of the main parts of the military complex of the Russian Federation. This day is given special attention.
The Day of Air Force of 2013 will be remembered by Russians and guests of the country for a long time, as it was celebrated solemnly and with great scope. Aviation of Russia this year turned 101 years.
It should be noted that, based on history, the Day of Air Force is a celebration of not one person, but several generations.
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