Russia Marks National Unity Day

Dragon Media News Desk

Russia is marking National Unity Day today. Established in 2005, the holiday commemorates the liberation of Moscow from Polish-Lithuanian interventionist forces in 1612.

The people’s militia led by Kuzma Minin and Dmitry Pozharsky liberated Moscow in what is regarded as a major turning point in the restoration of Russian statehood. Russian historical accounts say that unity among people from different backgrounds helped defend the country and restore its statehood during the Time of Troubles.

National Unity Day conveys the message that collective effort can overcome even the most difficult challenges.