Russian Consulate organising events for anniversary of end of World War II.
CORFU. Friday, May 9. The starting point and the centre of the events will be the church of Saint John, in St. Spyridon Square (Plakada). See the programme below.
On the occasion of the anniversary of the end of World War II, the Russian Consulate is organising a series of events on Friday, May 9. The starting point and focal centre of the events will be the Church of Saint John, in St. Spyridon Square (Plakada). The programme, according to the announcement by the Consul of the Russian Federation, Nikos Kanoulas, is as follows:
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17:30–18:30: Distribution of the "Saint George's Ribbons" – the most recognised symbol of victory over fascism in World War II. In the courtyard of the Church of Saint John the Baptist.
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18:00–18:30: Memorial service ('Trisagion') for the repose of the souls of the soldiers and people who lost their lives during World War II, at the Church of Saint John the Baptist.
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18:30–19:00: Start of the "Immortal Regiment" march (route: Church of Saint John the Baptist – Nikiforos Theotokis Street, Spilia).
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19:00–19:30: Official ceremony at the Monument of the Unknown Soldier in Spilia.
ELENI KORONAKI
