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New dress uniform for the victory parade. Modern military uniform (VKPO) - equipment of soldiers of the Russian army

Original taken from ledy_lisichka at the 2017 Parade in Moscow: notes in the margins

Traditional analysis of the ritual and organizational components of the 2017 Victory Parade on Red Square.
This is a post-Soviet parade №24 (since 1995).

Arctic parade with Arctic equipment and the same temperature (photo kp.ru)

1. This time the guest of the parade is the President of Moldova I. Dodon. Then Dm follows Putin. Medvedev. The clothes are warm, almost everyone is wearing coats and jackets. Putin is also not wearing a jacket, as usual, but a coat. Cloudy and gloomy, no sun and +2 degrees. Rain drops periodically appear on the cameras. Coldest year since 1978.

2. The mausoleum is camouflaged. Russia-1 broadcasts, incl. and from the Spasskaya Tower, from where the closing superstructure and its structure from the inside are clearly visible.

3. Ceremony of bringing in the flags - the State Flag of the Russian Federation first, the Victory Banner second. The exception was in the anniversary year of 2015, when the Victory Banner was brought in first. The Znamenny group comes out to the music “Get up, huge country, get up for mortal combat!”

4. This is the fifth parade of Minister S.K. Shoigu. The parade is commanded by Colonel General Oleg Salyukov, Commander of the Ground Forces - for the third time. Shoigu traditionally makes the sign of the cross in his car when leaving the Spasskaya Tower.

5. The dress uniform has changed! The officers have stand-up collars and “coil” buttonholes, like under late Stalin. The uniform with ties has disappeared. Unusual:) Shoigu has a large cruciform order with a coat of arms in the central place.

6. Oh, Putin took off his coat before Shoigu’s report! Now wearing a jacket, enduring the drizzle. All those present at the podium have St. George ribbons pinned to their chests.

7. Putin's speech: The Soviet Union is mentioned at the beginning as the leading force of resistance to Nazi Germany. Reads a speech from a piece of paper with large letters. The phrase " Russian, Russian soldier." Congratulations on "Victory Day" in conclusion, without the prefix "Soviet people" and "great".

8. Pseudo-generals and fake heroes in the stands: not directly noticed. If anyone notices something suspicious, be sure to write in the comments.

9. The parade is opened by young students of the music school with white drums. From the Suvorov students there are guys from the Tver SVU, then the Nakhimov students from St. Petersburg. Let me remind you that during the time of Serdyukov (late 2000s), Suvorov soldiers at the parade were canceled.

10. Column of the “Youth Army” (this is something like the Soviet DOSAAF, apparently?) - something new. In sand uniform and red berets.

Young Army members (photo kp.ru)

11. For the first time at the parade - the Kirkenes Marine Brigade of the Northern Fleet, as a symbol of Russia’s Arctic presence.

12. The second time there is a large column of only women- Military Institute of Logistics in Volsk, from the Military Academy named after. Khruleva. But this time they added second a female column from the Mozhaisky Academy, in blue dress uniform with “coils”.

13. Putin and guests of the main stand in front of passing troops are worth. The shameful precedent of the “sit-in” Medvedev parade of 2010 and the reaction to it from society have been learned.

14. Soviet banners have been preserved as a duplicate of modern ones; they are also carried in their heads, respectively. columns They didn't remove it.

Soviet banners in columns (photo kp.ru)

15. Border guards, sailors, etc. they come without “reels” - apparently, the new parade is valid only for the ground forces of the RF Armed Forces.

15a. This time, when passing the column, the VKS did not play “Higher, and higher, and higher...”

16. The calculation of the National Guard of Russia (formerly the Internal Troops of the Ministry of Internal Affairs) in the new status is taking place for the second time. The name of F. Dzerzhinsky is retained in the division's title. The title of the division named after Yu. Andropov (coming a little later) is also retained.

17. The Cossacks were not noticed among the columns, for the second year in a row - the Aksai Corps was pushed back. There are no horsemen as exotics either.

18. Medvedev stands fourth to the right of Putin on the main podium. Next to the Russian President are a Moldovan and military personnel. This time, young cadets were not assigned to them “to brighten up the picture.”

19. Was Mikhail Gorbachev seen in the stands? Last year it was. Write if anyone notices it.

20. It is curious that the country’s leaders continue to stand while the equipment passes. Last year (2016) we sat down and watched this part of the parade while sitting. During Soviet times, leaders also stood at the Mausoleum all the time. But before the aircraft fly over, everyone sits down.

21. “Almaty” T-14s are at the parade for the third time. Then come artillery systems in increasing calibers and then air defense missiles.

22. For the first time at the parade - Arctic troops in white camouflage, with polar bears on the bodies of vehicles. See also paragraph 12. As a symbol of increased attention specifically to the Arctic.

23. Emblems on vehicles are uniform. An “empty” star with a red border, placed on top of the St. George ribbon. And new: orders of units directly on the body.

24. From the Strategic Missile Forces come the Yars (also a new generation, later the Topol). Then the new Boomerang armored personnel carriers arrive, and the passage of equipment is completed.

25. Then the orchestra sings a cappella “We are the army of the country, we are the army of the people” and leaves the square to “Farewell of the Slav”. Everyone gets up. Putin says goodbye to veterans on the podium; all this is shown very briefly and little.

26. There is no air parade. . Canceled due to cloudy and unusually cold weather.

27. After the parade, Putin (in a black cloak) greets all the commanders of the parade columns and shakes their hands (without Medvedev). The Youth Army commander in a red beret looks very unusual. Two women are the leaders of the columns. Shoigu follows him and also shakes hands with everyone. It's raining, there are drops on the cameras.

28. But the broadcast is not interrupted. They immediately show the ceremony of laying wreaths at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. In the first row are Putin and Dodon.

PS. HD version of the parade.

For Suvorov and Nakhimov soldiers they sew a jacket with a stand-up collar and black trousers.

The parade crew from the Combined Arms Academy, a jacket with a stand-up collar in sea green color, and the Military Academy of the Aerospace Forces, a jacket with a stand-up collar in blue, respectively, will have new items in the military uniform of the Victory Parade participants.

Also for the Victory Parade in the city of Moscow, a stylized uniform of the 1945 sample is sewn (the uniform of a similar sample was worn by personnel at the Victory Parade in 1945).

In addition, one of the parade squads, consisting of female military personnel, will be dressed in a new uniform; it consists of a blue jacket, white skirt and boots.

The only suppliers, BTK Group and VOENTORG, are actively working on sewing military uniforms for Parade participants.

More than 1,500 sets of individually tailored dress uniforms will be given to military personnel of the Ministry of Defense who will take part in the Victory Parade on May 9, 2017 in major cities and remote garrisons of our vast country.

Traditionally, the sewing of military uniforms for senior officers of the RF Armed Forces is carried out by the oldest enterprise of Voentorg JSC - 43 TsEPK.

As for BTK Group, in total, the company’s enterprises manufactured more than 280 thousand units of various products specifically for the 2017 Victory Parade. The production of uniforms for the ceremonial parades on May 9 has been carried out by BTK Group since 2010.

A parade dedicated to the 72nd anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War was held in Moscow. More than 10 thousand military personnel representing all branches and branches of the Armed Forces and other law enforcement agencies of Russia marched solemnly across Red Square. Following them, 114 units of military equipment, led by the legendary Soviet medium tank T-34-85, drove along the Kremlin paving stones in parade formation. But there were no planes or helicopters in the sky over Moscow that day - the weather made its own adjustments to the protocol. However, even without aviation, the guests of the ceremony had something to see.

Military fashion and debutants

The air in the capital by 09.30 am had barely warmed up to 2-3 degrees. Due to the strong wind on Red Square, the situation turned out to be, needless to say, “as close as possible to combat.” In order not to freeze the personnel of the foot parade crews in vain, the command allowed the military personnel to put on winter spotted pea coats before the ceremony. So, before the formation, all the participants in the celebration looked approximately the same, with the exception of the soldiers of the 61st separate Kirkenes Marine Brigade. The Marines of the Northern Fleet, taking part in the parade in Moscow for the first time, stood completely calmly in the piercing wind in their light black uniform and did not seem to even move. In the village of Sputnik in the Murmansk region, where this connection is based, the frosts are, to put it mildly, even stronger.

The Marines of the Northern Fleet fully deserved the honor of representing their brigade on May 9 on Red Square. During the Great Patriotic War, they fought against the Wehrmacht troops in Karelia, participated in the pursuit of the enemy in the Kandalaksha and Kestenga directions, and took the Norwegian Kirkenes. During the first Chechen campaign, soldiers and officers of the 61st brigade, together with motorized rifles and special forces, took Grozny. A photograph of St. Andrew's flag waving over Dudayev's palace went around all the world's leading media at that time.

Less experienced, but no less promising participants also made their debut on May 9. This year, for the first time, a parade squad of the military-patriotic movement “Yunarmiya”, created on the initiative of the Ministry of Defense, DOSAAF and the Central Sports Club of the Army, took place on Red Square. Today, the ranks of this organization include about 30 thousand young Russians aged 11 to 18 years. Young patriots came to the parade wearing bright red berets and unusual sand-colored camouflage, similar to what the Russian military wears in Syria.

Military personnel of the Combined Arms Academy and the Aerospace Forces Academy demonstrated new jackets with a stand-up collar. But the spectators most actively greeted the girls in uniform: the parade squad of the Military University of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation walked along the paving stones of Red Square for the first time in blue jackets, white skirts and black boots. Previously, all female “boxes” taking part in the Victory Parade were dressed in white uniforms.***

The musical accompaniment is also worth mentioning. This year, the combined thousand-pipe orchestra was led by Colonel Timofey Mayakin, who replaced General Valery Khalilov, the permanent conductor of the Victory Parades, who died on December 25, 2016. However, Valery Mikhailovich was mentioned at the ceremony: by order of the Government of the Russian Federation of December 30, 2016, his name was assigned to the Moscow Military Music School, whose students - a company of drummers - traditionally opened the walking part of the parade.

New technology

There were few new types of military equipment at the Victory Parade in Moscow, but more than last year. For the first time, vehicles designed specifically for our Arctic group were shown to the general public. These are Pantsir-SA short-range anti-aircraft missile and gun systems and Tor-M2DT short-range anti-aircraft missile systems. Both systems are mounted on the basis of two-link tracked all-terrain vehicles DT-30 “Vityaz”. This choice of chassis has significantly increased the mobility and maneuverability of anti-aircraft systems, which can now overcome water obstacles and independently “break” their way through hummock fields. “Pantsir-SA” and “Tor-M2DT” were the only models of equipment that walked across Red Square in winter camouflage colors, standing out sharply against the background of combat vehicles painted in the usual green.

The Ground Forces also showed a couple of new products. Motorized riflemen demonstrated Tiger-M vehicles - the latest modification of armored vehicles, which are gradually displacing obsolete UAZs from the troops. The vehicle is equipped with a new YaMZ 5347-10 diesel engine, a new armored hood, a filter-ventilation unit, the number of seats has been increased to 9, the turntable with a double-leaf hatch has been replaced with one square-shaped hinged hatch. All these changes are dictated by the experience of combat use of “Tigers” in “hot spots”.

Tankers rolled out T-72B3M tanks to the parade. These combat vehicles are equipped with the Relikt dynamic protection complex and lattice anti-cumulative shields on the engine compartment and the back of the turret. In addition, this vehicle has improved operation of the automatic loader, the engine has been significantly strengthened, and the fire control system (FCS), according to open sources, has been replaced with the latest Kalina. This control system is installed, in particular, on the promising T-14 Armata tank. It is assumed that until the latter begins to enter service en masse, the T-72B3M and T-90 will form the basis of the tank fleet of the Russian army.

MOSCOW, May 9 - RIA Novosti, Andrey Kots. The parade dedicated to the 72nd anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War has ended in Moscow. More than 10 thousand military personnel representing all branches and branches of the Armed Forces and other law enforcement agencies of Russia marched solemnly across Red Square. Following them, 114 units of military equipment, led by the legendary Soviet medium tank T-34-85, drove along the Kremlin paving stones in parade formation. But there were no planes or helicopters in the sky over Moscow that day - the weather made its own adjustments to the protocol. However, even without aviation, the guests of the ceremony had something to see.

Military fashion and debutants

The air in the capital by 09:30 in the morning barely warmed up to two or three degrees. Due to the strong wind on Red Square, the situation turned out to be, needless to say, “as close as possible to combat.” In order not to freeze the personnel of the foot parade crews in vain, the command allowed the military personnel to put on winter spotted pea coats before the ceremony. So, before the formation, all the participants in the celebration looked approximately the same, with the exception of the soldiers of the 61st separate Kirkenes Marine Brigade. The Marines of the Northern Fleet, taking part in the parade in Moscow for the first time, stood completely calmly in the piercing wind in their light black uniform and did not seem to even move. In the village of Sputnik in the Murmansk region, where this connection is based, the frosts are, to put it mildly, even stronger.

The musical accompaniment is also worth mentioning. This year, the combined thousand-pipe orchestra was led by Colonel Timofey Mayakin, who replaced General Valery Khalilov, the permanent conductor of the Victory Parades, who died on December 25, 2016. Nevertheless, Valery Mikhailovich was mentioned at the ceremony: by order of the government of the Russian Federation of December 30, 2016, his name was assigned to the Moscow Military Music School, whose students - a company of drummers - traditionally opened the walking part of the parade.

New technology

There were few new types of military equipment at the Victory Parade in Moscow, but more than last year. For the first time, vehicles designed specifically for our Arctic group were shown to the general public. These are Pantsir-SA short-range anti-aircraft missile and gun systems and Tor-M2DT short-range anti-aircraft missile systems. Both systems are mounted on the basis of two-link tracked all-terrain vehicles DT-30 "Vityaz". This choice of chassis has significantly increased the mobility and maneuverability of anti-aircraft systems, which can now overcome water obstacles and independently “break” their way through hummock fields. “Pantsir-SA” and “Tor-M2DT” were the only models of equipment that walked across Red Square in winter camouflage colors, standing out sharply against the background of combat vehicles painted in the usual green.

The Ground Forces also showed a couple of new products. Motorized riflemen demonstrated Tiger-M vehicles, the latest modification of armored vehicles that are gradually replacing obsolete UAZs from the troops. The vehicle is equipped with a new YaMZ 5347-10 diesel engine, a new armored hood, a filter and ventilation unit, the number of seats has been increased to nine, the turntable with a double hatch has been replaced with one square-shaped hinged hatch. All these changes are dictated by the experience of combat use of "Tigers" in "hot spots".

High-quality military clothing is the key to high combat effectiveness of the army. Modern Russian military uniform meets all requirements: it is comfortable, reliable and functional. A new military uniform was released in our country in 2019, and now every member of the armed forces is equipped with it.

Military uniforms are divided into three main types:

Front door - used during special events (at parades, on military holidays, at ceremonies for receiving military awards, etc.);
Field - used during combat operations, service, providing assistance to civilians during natural disasters, etc.;
Office - used in cases not falling into the first two categories.

Global reform of the Russian army uniform

The modern history of Russia includes several unsuccessful attempts to change military uniforms. While our country was spending huge amounts of money on unsuccessful experiments, in the US Army, military clothing became more comfortable, its performance characteristics increased, and innovative materials were used in the production of clothing.

The modern military uniform began its journey in 2007, when the post of Minister of Defense was held by Anatoly Serdyukov. It was then that a large-scale sketch competition was organized, in which thousands of designers from all over the country took part. The Ministry of Defense awarded the victory to the famous designer Valentin Yudashkin.

For the next two years, specialists were developing the final versions of a new army uniform, intended for further equipment of the Russian Army. The result was a set of clothing that was in many ways similar to American uniforms. The developers did not agree with this opinion, although many factors spoke in favor of this comparison.

The winter military uniform caused particular dissatisfaction. It did not protect the soldiers from the cold. For this reason, the Ministry of Defense received many complaints every day about the poor quality of the winter kit. This led to an outbreak of colds among the military. There were also complaints about the appearance of the uniform: some stylistic solutions were copied from kits in other countries. The stumbling block was the quality of the fabric and thread: new military clothing quickly became unusable.

Negative reviews and dissatisfaction among soldiers and army specialists forced the Ministry of Defense to think about changing the equipment. The decision to take American clothing as a basis was a mistake; such costumes were not suitable for the conditions of our country. The new set of military uniforms, developed subsequently, consisted of 19 parts. The approximate cost of one set is 35 thousand rubles. The ceremonial version did not suffer any special changes, since the field uniform is of particular importance.

New field military uniform of the Russian Armed Forces

The first change that caught my eye was the change in the location of the shoulder straps on the uniform. In 2010, a “NATO” version was proposed, the shoulder straps in it were located on the “belly”. Many servicemen did not like this, since they were “used to seeing shoulder straps on their shoulders.” The chevrons on the uniform are located on both sleeves. An addition was the appearance of fitted overcoats, quickly secured clothing items with Velcro. For the first time in history, Russian officers received warm sweaters. It was not possible to completely replace foot wraps and boots.

Valentin Yudashkin was blamed for the failed project of a new military suit. In 2012, he spoke to reporters and stated that the clothes he used were very different from his version. In particular, to reduce costs, materials were replaced with lower quality ones. Journalists came to the conclusion that all that remained of the designer’s version was the appearance.

The new generation of military uniforms was developed based on feedback from thousands of soldiers from across the country. The shape of the aircraft has become multi-layered. This allows each soldier to independently choose the necessary items of clothing, guided by the goals and objectives assigned to him, as well as weather conditions.

The modified VKPO set includes a basic suit, several types of jackets, boots for different seasons and much more, including a balaclava, a synthetic belt and high-quality socks. Military uniforms are made from mixed fabric, which includes 65% cotton and 35% polymer materials.

Every soldier had new-style Russian military clothing at the end of 2019, as previously planned by the Ministry of Defense. The change of equipment took place in three stages. In 2013, 100 thousand new kits were issued, in 2014 - 400 thousand and in 2019 - 500 thousand. In 3 years, a million military personnel were provided.

The complete rejection of foot wraps deserves special attention. Modern images of military uniforms include 12 pairs of socks for one soldier, which he uses throughout the year. It is planned to soon increase the number of pairs per military man to 24.

VKPO kits for wearing at different atmospheric temperatures

The new model military uniform is presented in two sets:

Basic uniform for wearing at temperatures above +15 degrees Celsius;
Multi-layer system for wearing in temperatures from +15 to -40 degrees Celsius.

In winter, soldiers wear lightweight or fleece underwear sets. They are selected depending on the air temperature. In particularly cold areas, both sets of underwear can be worn one on top of the other.

For equipment in the summer, trousers, a jacket, a beret and boots are used. The surface of the clothing is carefully treated with an innovative solution that repels moisture. It allows clothes to remain dry in the rain for up to two hours. To protect against mechanical influences, military clothing is equipped with reinforcing elements. Such kits are used in parts with a high degree of load.

The rules for wearing military uniforms allow you to use a fleece jacket in the autumn season: excellent thermal insulation is provided by the pile with which it is covered on both sides. A windbreaker jacket, worn with fifth-layer trousers, protects from strong winds.

A demi-season military suit is intended for the autumn period. The material from which it is made provides reliable protection from the wind, a good degree of vapor permeability and dries quickly after getting wet. During heavy rainfalls, it is permissible to use a wind and water protection kit. The membrane and reliable sizing of the layers provide reliable protection from moisture.

In winter, insulated jackets and vests are worn to protect against moisture and wind. Despite the high degree of frost protection, they are light and practical. For very low temperatures, an insulated hat and balaclava are provided.

Modern ceremonial military uniform of the Russian Armed Forces

The basic design of the dress uniform has not changed for many years, as it continues to meet modern requirements while paying tribute to history. Only a few elements have been replaced in recent years due to their obsolescence. The dress uniform is worn at parades, holidays, when receiving military awards, etc.

In the Russian army there are three approaches to the formation of such a set of uniforms:

Traditional. Clothing sets include elements created back in the 19th century. A good example is the ceremonial outfit of the Presidential Regiment of the Russian Federation - their costumes are identical to the uniform of the Imperial Guard adopted in 1907;
Modern. The cut of the dress uniform corresponds to the daily set; the same colors can be used. For example, in the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, the color of the ceremonial jacket coincides with the everyday one. Casual elements are complemented by ceremonial elements;
Universal. The color of a ceremonial suit can be the same as the everyday one, but the colors of the ceremonial elements must be different.

The dress uniform must strictly meet the following standards:

The style of the military uniform of military personnel of the Russian Army must be observed;
A military suit for ceremonial purposes should be strict and elegant;
Only high-quality materials should be used in production.

Changes to the design of the dress uniform are rarely made; its main style is determined by history. Various additional elements may change each year. Changing the materials used in production is permissible only if it improves the quality and performance characteristics of the suit.

The general's ceremonial outfit deserves attention. It is also similar to a casual suit, but has a difference in color. The color of the dress uniform is gray, worn with bluish trousers and black boots. There are stripes on the collar and cuffs.

Everyday uniform of military personnel

The color of the daily uniform depends on rank and affiliation. Military clothing of the Russian Army of the everyday type for generals and officers is olive-colored, in the Air Force it is blue. The caps match the color of the equipment. The color scheme was based on the 1988 model. Decorative elements on the caps are painted gold. Winter clothing for men has not changed since the last reform.

Girls in military uniform can now feel comfortable. Dresses and skirts fit comfortably around the body, highlighting feminine beauty. Women's military clothing - olive or blue. In the winter season, a short, fitted coat is used. Female sergeants and enlisted men wear an olive casual uniform. In the warm season, there should be a cap on the head, in the winter - an astrakhan beret, introduced by the latest reform.

Sergeants, soldiers and cadets are deprived of their daily uniform due to uselessness. As an alternative, they are encouraged to wear winter or summer field equipment.

The military uniform of this type in the winter includes a gray coat for military personnel (blue for the Air Force and Airborne Forces). For the autumn period, a blue demi-season jacket is provided, for rain in the summer - an elongated raincoat that does not allow moisture to pass through. Black coloring for additional clothing items (belt, boots and socks).

Modern office uniform of the Russian army

This set of clothing is a type of casual clothing, used by generals, officers and employees of the Ministry of Defense of certain ranks. A military suit of this type resembles the everyday clothes of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The kit includes:

Soft cap. All military units have a green beret; airborne units were left with a blue beret;
A cap-colored shirt with long or short sleeves (the choice depends on the weather). Shoulder straps can be attached to the shoulders with Velcro; a tie is not applicable;
White T-shirt (worn under the shirt);
Cap-colored trousers and straight-cut shirts.

In the cold season, it is acceptable to use a warm jacket with an office uniform. It is possible to additionally attach a hood. The cap can be replaced with a warm hat with earflaps. Shoulder straps are attached to the shoulders of the suit with Velcro.

Every year the office uniform undergoes minor changes. These include the introduction and abolition of various sewing costumes, changing the shape of insignia, etc. It is prohibited to use an office suit as a field suit. Care and rules for wearing a military uniform

The rules for wearing military uniforms are regulated by Order 1500 - the suit must always be clean. In order for it to remain so, you need to know about some of the intricacies of caring for it. Improper washing or drying can ruin the appearance, which will lead to operational problems. Before cleaning clothes, you should read the information on the label.

It is recommended to wash woolen clothes by hand in warm water. If this is not possible, then you can use a washing machine, but the washing mode should be the most gentle. Military clothing sizes may become smaller if washed using hot water. It is prohibited to wring wool products.

Everyday military equipment is less demanding to care for. It can be washed in a washing machine in any mode with any washing powder. In addition, the casual suit can withstand water of any temperature.

It is not recommended to clean a beautiful dress uniform at home. It is better to entrust this process to professionals in the dry cleaning service.
The new Russian military clothing, introduced into service in 2019, surpasses the previous generation in all respects. This became possible after refusing to copy American designs, which are unsuitable for the climatic conditions of our country. The military uniform of the Russian Federation is considered one of the best in the world.

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