Russian President Vladimir Putin is taking part in the "Immortal Regiment" parade on Red Square on the day Russia held a military parade to celebrate the 72nd anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany.
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| The "Immortal Regiment" activity is a parade of people carrying photos of their relatives who participated in the Great Patriotic War. |
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| The Immortal Regiment event takes place in Russia and other countries on the occasion of the Victory Day. The event, which was first held in the city of Tomsk, quickly became popular from year to year. |
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| This is the third time Mr Putin has attended the event. Every year he brings a portrait of his father. |
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| In 2015, about 12 million people joined the "Immortal Regiment" across Russia. |
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| A veteran's emotions when participating in the Immortal Regiment movement. |
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| Mr. Putin joins the parade of people joining the Immortal Regiment |
According to Sputnik
