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#OTD in 1️⃣8️⃣9️⃣5️⃣ one of the most popular and well-known Russian poets of the 20th century Sergey #Yesenin was born. Rebel, heartbreaker, genius... 🖋 Live as you do Lead by your lucky star ("A Letter to the Woman", 1924) https://t.co/aoyRT3EhYH — PolitiTweet.org

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👑 #OTD in 1762, Catherine the Great was crowned in #Moscow. 📈 Under her 34-year reign the Empire was at the height of its glory and expirienced a period of major reforms. #DYK? The Empress established the first public higher education institution for women in Europe. https://t.co/t9ZnJH4nkP — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1967 👨🏻‍🚀 world's first space exploration museum was opened in #Kaluga! ⭐️ Today the Tsiolkovsky State Museum of the History of Cosmonautics @gmikmuseum is the biggest space 🏛 in #Russia #FirstInSpace #FirstInMuseums https://t.co/ZLABfLMWOj — PolitiTweet.org

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Today marks the 108th anniversary since the birth of history's most legendary radio presenter - Yuri #Levitan. 🎙️ For generations of Soviet people, his voice was the voice of the Motherland, a symbol of Victory, the voice of an era. 🎶 Levitan announces the end of #WWII 👇 https://t.co/IjHIVs0X4L — PolitiTweet.org

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🛩️ The legendary Yakovlev Yak-9 performed its maiden flight on October 1, 1942 - 80 years ago + 1 day! It was the most mass produced Soviet multipurpose fighter aircraft in #WWII - 14,5k units in 1942-45. Allies used it as well. Overall 16700+ Yak-9 were built. #AviationHistory https://t.co/pn4zo2VUYK — PolitiTweet.org

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#DYK? The oldest image of an elephant in Russia dates back to... the XII century! 🐘 It can be found on the wall of the white-stone St. George Cathedral in #YuryevPolsky. No elephants here & mammoths are long gone. The image comes from the traditions of Byzantine iconography ☝️ https://t.co/4YYIaToyED — PolitiTweet.org

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⛲ The iconic Friendship of Peoples Fountain at the Moscow's @VDNH_RU is one of the symbols of Russia's capital - it comprises 16 gilded statues, each one symbolizing the Soviet Union Republics' nations. Opened in 1954, renovated & restored in 2019. 📸 © andrey_moshkarov_ph https://t.co/LYI2j3RAqX — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Russia's newest luxury SUV - #AURUS Komendant - was unveiled. Mass production due early 2023. 🛞 V8 twin-turbo hybrid engine (5… — PolitiTweet.org

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🎼 #OTD in 1982, the chamber orchestra founded by violinist Vladimir #Spivakov received its famous name #MoscowVirtuosi. The orchestra’s extensive repertoire includes music of different styles & époques. Their tour geography is strikingly broad, too! 📸 https://t.co/fPaFERtUVA https://t.co/S1OxYQfx9R — PolitiTweet.org

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Russia's newest luxury SUV - #AURUS Komendant - was unveiled. Mass production due early 2023. 🛞 V8 twin-turbo hybrid engine (598 hp, 880 nm) 🛞 4x4 drive 🛞 9-speed gearbox 🛞 Variable clearance (up to 260 mm) 🛞 State-of-the-art interior Tsar-car 👉 https://t.co/t4MY4eFy53 https://t.co/L0vr285lra — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @FIDE_chess: The #FIDEWomenGrandPrix in Astana is over. The trophies and medals were awarded by FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich and top… — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1843 brilliant Russian military commander Mikhail #Skobelev was born. ⚔️ During the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–1878 he earned fame & nickname "White General" for appearing under heavy enemy fire in a white uniform on a white horse. #RussiansDIdIt long before Gandalf https://t.co/K48B0QHnjP — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 On September 29, 1963, Soviet submarine #K181 became the world's first submersible to surface at the exact spot of the #NorthPole. 🎖 For this achievement K-181 was awarded the Order of the #RedBanner - the first submarine to receive such a high honour after #WWII. https://t.co/U87Q1oqBy8 — PolitiTweet.org

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#DYK? St.Petersburg is a cat-friendly city. A dozen of cat figures is placed around the city. Monument to Funtik (2015) is among the most beloved. The real cat lived in the workshop of its author. Legend holds it that Funtik grants kids' wishes - a whisper to the ear is enough🐱 https://t.co/P5kriRVBHX — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1797 famous #Russian explorer, Fyodor #Litke was born. He contributed greatly to advancing exploration and promoting interest in geography. 🧭 Participated in several circumnavigation expeditions 🗺 Mapped #Alaska, #Kamchatka & Novaya Zemlya 🌐 Co-founded @rgo_ru https://t.co/ojZhhBLo2m — PolitiTweet.org

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🖼️ Soviet-Russian legendary cartoonist Boris #Yefimov was born #OTD in 1900! He lived a long and eventful life (passed away at the age of 108!), witnessed historical milestones first-hand. His caricatures, witty & veracious, remain relevant to this day. Art is timeless! https://t.co/wJOJje4VQe — PolitiTweet.org

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🖼️ Soviet-Russian legendary cartoonist Boris #Yefimov was born #OTD in 1900! He lived a long and eventful life (passed away at the age of 108!), witnessed historical milestones first-hand. His caricatures, witty & veracious, remain relevant to this day. Art is timeless! https://t.co/TeRriqwuJu — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @Russia: Today's 🇷🇺 Russia's Republic of #Sakha aka #Yakutia celebrates its birthday! 🥳 It is the nation's largest region - 3+ mln squa… — PolitiTweet.org

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🏙 #Moscow is one of the world's most advanced cities with an eye towards the future where the boldest architectural ideas are implemented! 😍 It keeps getting bigger and better! 👁 Just a sneak peak into what the future holds. #Moscow875 https://t.co/X1C4b3ZVxp — PolitiTweet.org

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Today's 🇷🇺 Russia's Republic of #Sakha aka #Yakutia celebrates its birthday! 🥳 It is the nation's largest region - 3+ mln square km of beautiful nature. It gets quite chilly in winter 🥶 -50°C & below. And just imagine: mammoths roamed these lands just ~5'000 years ago. https://t.co/nlZ6IoXZU0 — PolitiTweet.org

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🚢 #OTD in 1783 the first ship-of-the-line of 🇷🇺 the Russian Black Sea Fleet - Catherine's Glory - was launched. She proved herself a fighter - 66-cannons strong with crew of 688 💪 - weathered many storms, won battles under a second name - Transfiguration of The Lord. https://t.co/VxZeAI8jrN — PolitiTweet.org

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#OTD in 1849, one of the all-time great Russian scholars Ivan #Pavlov was born. 🐕 It was he who discovered involuntary reflex and laid basis for huge part of modern physiology. The breakthrough was achieved when he noticed that dogs salivate seeing person who feeds them. https://t.co/0XUr6ikjUD — PolitiTweet.org

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🌊 #OTD in 1969 the #Baikal Nature Reserve was created to help preserve the unique ecosystem of #LakeBaikal and its surroundings. 🦭🦫🐻 #DYK 50+ species of mammals, 🐦 290+ various birds & 1000+ different plants call this gorgeous and wondrous land #home. https://t.co/rWF7GQdtNG — PolitiTweet.org

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🗓 #OTD in 1906 renowned Russian-Soviet composer Dmitry #Shostakovich was born. 🎼 A true genius, he wrote dozens of outstanding masterpieces which inspired millions around the globe. Among those John Williams & many other composers. 😉 Any familiar notes? 📹 © @mosfilarmonia https://t.co/0SmyhCct3h — PolitiTweet.org

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🇷🇺 Russia's #Alania (Republic of North Ossetia–Alania) celebrates 1100th anniversary of baptism - circa ~922 the ancient Alans adopted Christianity, during the Schism followed the Orthodox path ☦️ Modern Ossetians carry on these traditions When #VisitRussia -> visit #Ossetia 🤗 https://t.co/vDVZj9QEro — PolitiTweet.org

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Today #Makhachkala, the capital and largest city of the Republic of #Dagestan in #Russia, celebrates #CityDay! Present-day Makhachkala is a popular tourist destination, a seaport on the Caspian Sea and a major cultural centre embracing many traditions and customs. https://t.co/W3Ski4iGIT — PolitiTweet.org

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⚔️Today #Smolensk - Russia's bulwark in the West - celebrates #CityDay! Over the 1159 years of its history, Smolensk always served as the nation's shield, fought off the Poles, repelled the attacks of Napoleon & Hitler. ☝️Unrelenting to enemies but always hospitable to guests🧡 https://t.co/7TETOXY8HB — PolitiTweet.org

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⚔️ Today marks one of most remarkable days in military history - #OTD in 1799 the 🇷🇺 Russian forces under genius commander Alexander #Suvorov won the epic Battle of the Devil's Bridge 🌉 #RussiansDidIt against all odds, under impossible conditions & through impassable terrain. https://t.co/BKRyPdp2o8 — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @SergeyKaryakin: Disqualification finished! 😉😉😉 https://t.co/IJSXpa4Jhv — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @SergeyKaryakin: Disqualification finished! 😉😉😉 https://t.co/IJSXpa4Jhv — PolitiTweet.org