Putin conveys patriotic message on Russia's founding day

• September 21, 2017 22:13

Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent a congratulatory message to those taking part in the celebrations of the 1,115th anniversary of Russia's founding, the Kremlin website reported.

President Putin calls

"I congratulate you on the occasion of the 1,155th anniversary of the founding of the Russian state. This anniversary marks an important stage in Russian history, precisely in 862, our ancestors chose the path of building a powerful state on the basis of unity and harmony," - the telegram reads.

"Our common goal is to respect the heritage of many previous generations, faithfully preserve the eternal values of patriotism, and care for the welfare and prosperity of our homeland," - the President concluded his congratulations.

According to Sputnik

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