We invite you on March 20, 2021 at 15.00 to visit the author's tour of the collector Gennady Gusev, dedicated to the items from his collection and the events of the Crimean War. Pre-registration is required
On March 18, 2021, the Military Uniform Museum of the Russian Military Historical Society will present an updated exposition of the hall "Nicholas I. Sevastopol". The reason for the update will be the 165th anniversary of the signing of the Peace of Paris, which put an end to the fighting between Russia, Turkey and European countries during the Crimean (Eastern) War of 1853-1856.
The collector Gennady Gusev provided the rarest exhibits from his private collection - witnesses of events and direct participants of military operations, personifying the memory of the heroic episodes of the Crimean War.
(image) The key moment in the European theater of operations was the 349-day defense of Sevastopol, which once again demonstrated to our opponents the unparalleled courage and bravery of Russian soldiers. Some of the items presented for display are decorated with the numbers 349-the number of days of defense. For example, the badge, known as the "cross of iron and blood", established for participants in the defense of Sevastopol in 1890. It is made of cast-iron fragments of English cannonballs found on the bastions, lunettes and redoubts of Sevastopol. On the front side of the cross is a golden olive wreath, entwining the central circle of red guilloche enamel, with the numbers 349. It is believed that the private workshops that carried out the order produced only about 400 such tokens. Subsequently, the image of the badge was placed on the badges of several regiments of the Russian army that took part in the Battles of Sevastopol. These regimental badges can also be seen at the exhibition.
(image) Among the exhibits is the headpiece (coat of arms) on the helmet of the lower rank of the 26th Bialystok Infantry Regiment. This nalobnik has its own, special history. After the battle on the Alma River, the British captured a retreating Russian wagon train, which carried the helmets of the entire Bialystok regiment, removed by the soldiers after the battle. At the end of the war ,the "captured" Russian helmets were sent to England as a trophy. Including the helmet, the headpiece of which took its place in the exhibition.
The exhibition displays more than 50 exhibits: awards of participants of the events, collective regimental awards-badges for headdresses, commemorative medals, a pectoral cross for regimental priests who took part in the defense of Sevastopol. Elements of military uniforms are represented by cockades, shako headbands, militia badges, as well as rare uniform buttons of the military and naval ministries.
To pass on the tour, you must buy an entrance ticket to the Military Uniform Museum according to the category of the visitor
Art Night Session 2 18:00-19:30
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Excursion "History of military scooter business"
The exhibition "Scooters, go!" tells about the equipment of Cycling teams in the armed forces of Western Europe, the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union. The lecturer will be Andrey Mityaev, a collector, journalist, and founder of the Museum of Cycling history.
Master class "Art of dance and military etiquette". "Waltz Of The Rink
The art of dance helped the military to be more confident, more plastic, more artistic. Dance and music instilled the basics of military etiquette and good manners in public life. Together with professional choreographers, we will learn the history of the "rink Waltz" and learn a few simple movements.
Welcome speech of the Executive Director Of the Museum of military history of the RVIO Elena V. Sinitsyna.
Theatrical tour of the Museum of the Moscow Musketeers "Musketeers of the chamber"
Together with the main characters-Sagittarius, the Cossack and the housekeeper, we go on a fascinating fantastic journey through time. We are waiting for the XVI century in all its glory.
Sevastopol is a city of Russian glory. You will be introduced to the bright page of the Great Patriotic War - the defense of Sevastopol, which was an example of mass heroism and self-sacrifice of Soviet people, as well as had important strategic and military-political significance.
Hussar tashka
In our video tour you will learn about the fact that the tashka was part of the equipment of the personnel of the Hussar regiments of the Russian army and the Russian army;get acquainted with the unique museum general's tack of the Hussar Regiment's Leib Guard; and you will be told how it was worn, and how long it remained an element of military uniform.
When did the helmets appear in the Russian army?
Our guide will introduce you to the history of the creation of the helmet as an important element of military uniforms; where the name came from, when and who first began to use it en masse, learn what helmet was adopted by many European armies during the First World War, and what its types were used in the Red Army.
Military uniforms from the Russian Civil War
In our video tour you will learn about the variety of military uniforms in the newly created units and regiments of the Red and White Army during the Civil War; about the main differences on the form of anti-Bolshevik forces; and get to know the uniforms of the warrant officer of the 2nd Officer General of the Drozdovsky Rifle Regiment from 1919.
Private Moscow Grenadier Regiment
In our video tour you will learn about the history of the Moscow Grenadier Regiment: when it was formed, what collective awards were awarded; and you will be introduced to the elements of uniforms on the example of the military uniform of the private Moscow Grenadier Regiment, in which the Moskovtsy went through all the tests of the Italian campaign and the heaviest Alpine campaign.
Video tour: "The Legend of the Forage Cap"
You will learn the history of the appearance at the end of the 18th century in the Russian service of the French Corps of Prince Louis Bourbon de Conde and his participation in the last campaign of the great commander A. Suvorov. And you will also see the unique forage cap of the lower ranks of this case and learn about its purpose and components.
Video tour: "The story of one hiking coat"
On the video tour you will get acquainted with the hiking coat belonging to the captain of the Kolyvan Rangers Regiment. You will be told about the participation of the regiment in the Crimean War and the heroic defense of Sevastopol, about the collective award regiment. And you will also learn about the interesting design features of the coat on display.
Video tour: "Medal for the capture of Berlin"
The video tour will introduce you to the state award of the USSR - the medal "For the capture of Berlin."
Video tour: "The Order of Glory is the main soldier's award of the USSR"
In the video tour you will be told about the Order of Glory - the mainaward with the Oldate award of the Period of the Great PatrioticWar.
Video tour: "Gold Star" Hero"
In the video tour you will be told about the state award of the USSR - the Gold Star Medal, as a badge of distinction of the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.
Video tour: "Kepi is a "new model" hat
In the video tour we will get acquainted with kepi as an element of military uniform. You will find out when this headdress appeared, why the innovation became a symbol of The Alexandrov time and with what war it is strongly associated with. And you will see a unique museum object - the kepi of General Leib-Guard of the Husar Regiment.
Video tour: "The legendary knife of a scout sample of 1940"
An important element of the soldier's equipment is a knife. You will find out when the army adopted a statutory knife and why the people had their name "Finka"; at which plant was produced and from which the handle and sheaths were made. An army knife is a symbol of a scout, which was widely used to destroy the enemy until the very last day of the war. But even after the Victory, these knives remained in service with the Soviet army for a long time. In the exhibition "We have something to be proud of" you can get acquainted with knives of the modern model, which have new tactical and technical characteristics.
Video tour: "Tank Man's Day"
Tank man's day is a professional celebration of tankers and tank builders, which traces its history back to Soviet times. You learn about the history of the establishment of the holiday, get acquainted with the rich history of tank and mechanized troops, as well as the merits of tank builders in equipping the Armed Forces with armored vehicles.
Video tour: "Flyers in World War I"
In the video tour you will
be told when for the first time in the history of the Armed Forces of Russia
was created a system of training flight personnel, remember the heroof the
World War II - pilot PeterNesterov.
Video tour: "Say it, uncle, it's not for nothing..."
September 8 marks the Dayof theBorodino Battle of the Russian Army under the command of M.I. Kutuzov with the French army. . The museum of military uniforms presents a hall dedicated to the Patriotic War of 1812, where with the help of unique exhibits, multimedia complex you can touch the great events of the past.
Video tour: «His Imperial Majesty's Majesty's Page Corps»
You will get acquainted with the history of the most elite educational institution of Imperial Russia. You will find out when His Imperial Majesty's Page was created, how the enrolment was made, how many years the pupils were trained, and what symbol adorned the uniforms of a whole galaxy of outstanding warlords of the Russian Empire.
Video lecture "The military industry of the USSR in the Great Patriotic War"
Belash Evgeny Yurievich
military historian, writer
Video lecture "Hero of the War of 1812, General A.P. Tormasov"
Rybakov Sergey Petrovich
Candidate of Historical Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of World and National History of MGIMO (University) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation
Video lecture "General M.I. Dragomirov and the reform of the Russian army"
Yudin Stanislav Sergeevich
leading editor of the Military History branch of the Great Russian Encyclopedia
Video lecture "Semantics of Russian management"
Maslikov Vadim Alexandrovich
Corresponding Member of the Academy of Military Sciences (AVN), Scientific Secretary of the Research Committee for Social Management of the Russian Society of Sociologists (RUS), expert of the Bureau of Political-Military Analysis (BVPA)
History of Russian blades
Previously, in war, everything was decided by daggers, sabers, swords and other pikes.
Let's remember how our soldiers chopped and stabbed the enemy during the Russian
empire. You will learn about the main type of edged weapons of the regiments of the heavy
cavalry - broadsword: what it is and what kind of weapon; let's talk
about a sword, saber and a very similar saber, which is borrowed from the peoples
Caucasus, first by the Cossacks, and later became the statutory weapon of the Russian
army. And also we will get acquainted with the Caucasian dagger bebut, which
became widely known at the beginning of the 20th century.
Scooter troops of the Russian Empire
The emergence of independent scooter units in Russia
refers to the end of the 19th century. You will find out which folding scooters
used before and after 1916; what tasks did the scooter parts solve;
about their advantages over infantry and even cavalry. You will hear
the story of the valor of the scooter units of the Russian army and the ability to carry
battles in different situations, and also why the street in Moscow has a name
Scooter.
You will see on the example of a private Separate spare
A scooter company is an established form, which combines tactical
properties and elements of infantry, cavalry and engineering uniforms
troops.
Daughter of the Kexholm Regiment
Вы услышите историю, которая случилась в разгар русско-турецкой
войны 1877-1878 гг., о девочке-сироте, обреченной на гибель, но нашедшей
новую семью – Кексгольмский полк. В ходе видеоэкскурсии Вы также
узнаете, как сложилась дальнейшая судьба Марии Кексгольмской.
Victory Day in the Battle of Kursk
Battle of Kursk - one of the key battles of the Great Patriotic War
war. After its completion, the strategic initiative finally
went over to the side of the Red Army, which continued to liberate
country from the German fascist invaders. You will hear the story about
dramatic events of the summer of 1943, learn about the details of the battle, and
also you will be told about its results.
Day of the Russian flag
In this issue you will be told who is recognized as the legitimate "father"
the tricolor, and when the flag became official; on whose initiative
was replaced by a revolutionary red flag and when the tricolor was
installed as a state flag in modern history
Russia, as well as you will learn about the meaning of the colors of the flag and when it was established
a holiday in his honor.
"They Will Save Us": Russian Expeditionary Force in France
In military battles to defend the French Republic in 1916-1918
years involved Russian soldiers and officers. They all showed courage and
dedication. You will get acquainted with the features of the military uniform,
equipment and weapons of a private of the special infantry brigades of the Russian
Expeditionary Corps.
The secret of the Nikolaev helmet
A brief excursion into the history of the creation of a new headdress - helmets
(pickelhelm). You will hear the legend of how such a helmet was created,
we will deal with the characteristics and its elements, we will reveal the secrets of the pipe with
a metal cone on the dome in the form of a flaming grenada; let's talk about
design flaws, which predetermined a quick rejection of it, and
also pay attention to the fact that there is still a dispute between
Russians and Germans - who was the first to invent this helmet.
Battle of Novi - Suvorov's most difficult victory
On August 15, 1799, the army of Suvorov defeated the French in the battle of Novi. You will learn about the advantages of the French in tactics, artillery, the battlefield, as well as about Suvorov's military talent: non-standard thinking and lightning onslaught, about military theory and, ultimately, about the brilliant victory of the great commander during the Italian campaign.
Russian Air Force Day
Day of the Air Force is a professional holiday of the winged
defenders of the Fatherland, causing a sense of pride and admiration for everyone
Russians. You will learn about the rich history of military aviation, which
started with primitive "whatnot" and continues with modern combat
fighters. And also you will learn about the history of the establishment of a festive
day.
The dagger is a symbol of courage and courage
You will get acquainted with the history of the appearance in the Russian Navy of an officer's dagger - a typical example of cold steel with a short blade, a symbol of honor for naval officers for more than two centuries. You will be told about the evolution of the appearance of the dagger, its blade, decorative trim elements, including the version of the St. George weapon. And also you will learn about the introduction of a new type of dagger in the USSR Navy with minor changes that have survived to this day.
Why did the soldiers bite the cartridges and where were they stored?
Familiarity with the history of ammunition equipment. In the Armed Forces of the Russian Army, a cartridge bag was an item of equipment. You will find out what it was made of, where it was worn, what the cartridges were under Peter I, and why the soldiers bit off their lower part. You will see a two-section cartridge bag from the times of the Great Patriotic War, a cartridge belt for carrying over the shoulder, and you will also learn about such a modern element of military equipment as an unloading vest, which is designed for comfortable carrying of weapons, magazines for it, a flask, a first-aid kit.
"Attack of the Dead", Osovets, 1915
You will get acquainted with a heroic episode in the First World War - the defense of the Osovets fortress on August 6, 1915, which was of great strategic importance in military terms; you will learn about the counterattack, which went down in history as the "attack of the dead", and also you will be told about the steadfastness and courage of Russian soldiers.
Forgotten Victory: Battle of the Molodi
On July 28, 1572, the Battle of Molodi began - battle, outcome
which was decided by the course of Russian history. Let's restore the events of those distant
days when the Russian army rose to meet the khan's cavalry,
dive into the realities of the military history of Russia in the XVI century, remember the "hero"
Russia - to the governor of Prince Mikhail Vorotynsky, a wonderful commander
XVI century, Savior of the Fatherland, and you will also learn what "walk-city" is
and what are the elements of the uniform of the Russian foot soldier and warrior called
Crimean Khanate
Day of the Russian Airborne Forces
Day of the Airborne Forces is a holiday of those who are proud of the honorable right to wear
blue beret and vest. 02 August 2020 Airborne
Russian troops are 90 years old. You will learn about the history of the establishment
holiday, about the glorious military traditions of the paratroopers. During our
video tours remember the motto of the paratroopers and make sure that only they
even at the end of the 40s, in full combat gear, they were able to parachute
to the North Pole, and only they were the first to successfully land from
many kilometers height inside combat vehicles. And also get acquainted with
military uniform of a paratrooper, incl. let's talk about the famous blue beret,
which turns 50 in 2020.
"Marine Poltava" - Battle of Gangut
You will learn about the first in Russian history naval victory of the Russian fleet under the command of Peter 1 over the Swedes at Cape Gangut, hear the chronicle of this battle, get acquainted with the tactics and strategy of the battle, and see the commemorative medal "For the victory at Gangut".
Memorial Day for Russian soldiers who died in World War I. war
On August 01, 1914 Russia entered the First World War,
which turned the whole world order, captured the
action almost half the world. You will find out what technical innovations,
weapons of mass destruction were first used, let's talk about losses
at the fronts. The war left many examples of courage and resilience in history
Russian soldiers. You will hear the story of their heroism in the defense of the fortress
Osovets - about a counterattack, which went down in history as "Attack of the Dead", about
brilliant offensive operation "Brusilovsky breakthrough", about my sister
mercy to Rimma Ivanova - the only woman in Russia who
received the Order of St. George IV degree.
Video lecture: "None of this happened in our region"
Russian Russian images in the works of I. A. Goncharov as an antithesis to the Russian perception of the world (1840s-1860s)" in the framework of the mini-cycle "British images in Russian classical literature of the XIX century".
Why and how did I. A. Goncharov use British images in his own work? Why couldn't he do without it? Russian Russian people, and not the images of any other well-known European peoples, were used by the writer to identify the most important features of the Russian person's character, its advantages and disadvantages? The lecture will tell you why the work of I. A. Goncharov occupies an important link in the way of understanding the British experience in Russian classical literature of the second half of the XIX century.
The lecturer is Alexander Anatolyevich Orlov, Russian historian, doctor of historical Sciences, Professor of the Department of modern and contemporary history At the Institute of history and politics of MPSU.
Art Night Session 4 21:00-22:30
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Excursion "Formation and development of Russian battle painting of the XIX century"
Art critic and curator of the Military uniform museum Svetlana Nadykta will talk about the history of the genre and the most famous battle artists.
Master class "Art of dance and military etiquette". March "Russian"
This dance intertwines the milestones of the old time, bravura and Russian spirit. To the music of the third dance number, the March "Russian", the host will talk about the characteristic dance movements of the ballroom culture of the XIX century and show the audience several techniques.
Interactive program "The Art of creating a military uniform"
Sewing, orders, awards and distinctions-all this turns the uniform into a work of applied art. A multimedia interactive panel will show the process of making a hussar, Uhlan or infantry military uniform.
Master class "Art of dance and military etiquette". "Bohemian national polka"
We analyze one of the most popular dances of its time - the "Bohemian national polka". In the winter of 1843, Russian translator Vladimir Solonitsyn wrote that "All Paris has gone mad: everyone wants to dance the polka, everyone is learning the polka..."
In the main column hall Of the Museum of military uniforms, together with professional dancers, the audience will be able to learn some elements of this lively and energetic dance.
Interactive program "Military art"
On the interactive program, the viewer will be able to learn drill, feeling like a soldier of different eras; show dexterity and ingenuity in the game " hay " - "straw"; work out the execution of the commands" Equal!"," attention!", learn about various tactical secrets of building troops.
Excursion "Military miniature as a collectible object and a tool for historical knowledge"
The exhibition halls of the "Through time" project have hosted more than 250 soldiers of different armies, historical characters, and models of weapons. Each figure has its own history and unique details, takes into account historical authenticity and is executed at the highest artistic level. Secrets of the masters of military miniatures will be revealed by Yuri Alekseev, head of the military-historical miniatures Section of the Moscow branch of the RHMS.
Interactive program "The Art of the company drummer"
In the theatrical program, we offer to work on raising the spirit of war with the help of a military drum, which is an important drill, signal and marching instrument. Let's learn together some of the signals that were used for the actions of the troops.
Master class "Art of dance and military etiquette". "Bohemian national polka"
We analyze one of the most popular dances of its time - the "Bohemian national polka". In the winter of 1843, Russian translator Vladimir Solonitsyn wrote that "All Paris has gone mad: everyone wants to dance the polka, everyone is learning the polka..."
In the main column hall Of the Museum of military uniforms, together with professional dancers, the audience will be able to learn some elements of this lively and energetic dance.
Military footwear is one of the most important elements of uniform. The change in its appearance has been influenced for centuries by both civilian fashion and the requirements of combat and marching use. You could tell an infantryman from a cavalryman, a private from an officer, and even more so, from a General! High heels, blunt or, conversely, sharp toes, wide bellows and narrow tops of boots-everything was found practical and aesthetic justification. You will learn about the interesting features, evolution and improvement of military footwear for more than three hundred years. About the rough blunt-nosed shoes of an infantry soldier of the XVIII century, elegant hussar boots of the Nicholas era and kirzov boots of the Soviet soldier-winner. Get acquainted with the comfortable, functional and comfortable footwear of the modern Russian Army soldiers.
Video tour «The DAY of memory of LERMONTOV»
M. Y. Lermontov is a great poet and an extraordinary man who could have become an artist, a musician, and a mathematician, but became a professional military man. His entire life serves as a convincing example of honest and worthy service to the Motherland, which he loved immensely.
You will learn when and where his service began, in which regiments he served, talk about Lermontov's participation in several serious military operations in the Caucasus, where courage was a prerequisite for his officer's honor. And you will also see the military uniforms of the life guards of the hussar regiment, in which the poet served with the rank of cornet.
Video tour « The Day of navy of russia»
Navy day is a tribute of honor and glory to military sailors of all generations. For more than three centuries, the Navy has been reliably guarding Russia's national interests. In its heroic history — bright pages of military victories and great geographical discoveries. You will learn about the history of the establishment of the Navy day: when the official date of celebration was introduced, and when it became "floating" on the last Sunday of July. And also remember the courage and bravery of Russian military sailors – Ushakov, Lazarev, Bellingshausen, Krusenstern, Nakhimov, Makarov, Kuznetsov.
Video tour «What do military lapel badges mean?»
Familiarity with the collar tabs and stripes on the sleeves of uniforms. You will learn about that in the Worker-Peasant Red Army, instead of the shoulder straps until 1943 the badge was the insignia of military ranks, positions and forces, answer the question: why in Soviet propaganda straps for a long period of time have become a symbol of the counter-revolutionary white officers; let us examine who owned tabs with symbols-signs: triangle, "cube" or "cubar'", "sleepers" and rhombs.
Video tour «Oh, those epaulettes!»
Epaulets as an element of military uniforms in the Russian Army. You will learn what epaulets or shoulder straps were used earlier; what role epaulets played up to 1827, and how they became the only type of shoulder insignia for officers and General ranks, and also we will analyze when epaulets on the military uniform of the Russian Army are canceled forever. But currently epaulets are used on the ceremonial uniforms of officers of the Presidential regiment of Russia.
Video tour «Take your coat, let's go home…»
The history of the transformation of the overcoat in different epochs. You will know that introduced in the reign of Paul I, replacing the cloak – sleeveless cloak of former times; as varied overcoat under Alexander I, and when the standing collar replaced at turn-down; what is the difference overcoats of different types of troops; how to change a Red Army greatcoat, and when she went down in history; remember the overcoat in literary works, songs, plays, find out where is the world's only monument of his overcoat.
Video tour «A badge of honor placed on the shoulders…»
Video tour «A badge of honor placed on the shoulders…»
Familiarity with the history of the appearance and evolution of shoulder straps - an important element in army uniforms. You will find out when they appeared, what they served for, why initially there was only one epaulet – the left one and why it became an attribute of uniforms only for lower ranks; when there were shoulder insignia for officers. You will also hear the history of when shoulder straps and military ranks were abolished, what insignia in the Workers 'and Peasants' Red Army appeared in their place, and why in 1943 the shoulder straps returned.
Video tour «Beginning of the patriotic war»
On June 24, 1812, the army of the French Emperor Napoleon I invaded Russia without declaring war. The date of the invasion is one of the most tragic in the history of our country.
Masterclass «Eternal Flame»
The speaker will talk about the origins of the tradition of Eternal fire, which symbolizes the eternal memory of those who died in the war. You will find out when it was lit at the Kremlin wall on the grave of the Unknown soldier. You will be shown how to make this memory symbol out of paper.
Masterclass «3D greeting card on Navy Day»
The presenter will talk about the memorable day of the Navy: the history and traditions of this holiday; about the courage and bravery of many generations of military sailors. Together, you will create a 3D greeting card with your own hands on a marine theme.
Masterclass «Golden star of the hero»
The presenter will talk about the most honorable title and award, the highest degree of distinction of the Soviet period - the gold Star medal. You will find out when it was established as a distinctive sign for citizens who were awarded the title Hero of the Soviet Union and who was a hero of the USSR four times. Together with the host, you will learn how to make a medal out of paper, making the" gold " star three-dimensional.
Masterclass Russian hussars
The host will tell you about the famous uniform of the Russian hussars. Explain the names and purposes of many uniform elements characteristic of this type of military. Together you will paint a picture of a hussar of the Life guard of the hussar regiment – the most beautiful and spectacular regiment of Russian cavalry. It was in this regiment the great Russian poet M. Yu. Lermontov began his officer service.
Masterclass Tank
You will hear the history of the emergence of armored units in the Red Army, learn about the most famous medium tank of the Second World war, which became one of the symbols of the great Victory – the T-34. You will be told about the T-14 Armata-the most modern tank of the Russian Army, which embodies unique design solutions that have no analogues in the world! Together with the host, you can make a tank out of cardboard and colored paper.
Masterclass «Beskozyrka»
The presenter will talk about the famous headdress of sailors-the sailor's cap -"beskozyrka"! You will learn about the history of its origin and evolution in the Russian Navy, the appearance of ribbons with anchors, the names of ships and fleets. Together you will make of paper and you will try on this legendary symbol of sailor pride.
Masterclass Airplane
The presenter will tell you when the first airplanes and combat planes appeared in our country; about the role of aviation in the modern world; teach you how to make an airplane from a plastic bottle, colored paper and cardboard.
Masterclass Military cap
The presenter will tell about the cap – the main summer field headdress of the Red Army soldiers during The Great Patriotic war. It will introduce you to the history of its appearance in the Russian, and then in the Red Army. Teach you how to make a cap out of paper.
Masterclass Epaulettes
The presenter will tell about the history of the appearance of officer epaulettes-shoulder insignia of rank in the Russian army. He will make chief officers ' epaulettes of the Patriotic war of 1812 from paper.
Masterclass Army binoculars
The speaker will tell you about military binoculars: their features and main characteristics; about the most popular models today; and also teach you how to make binoculars from paper.
Masterclass Busby
The speaker will introduce you to the history of the appearance of the shako-a cylindrical headdress with a flat top and a visor. Tell about the main elements of its design, emblems and cockades. Paint hussar shakos belonging to various regiments of the era of Emperor Nicholas I.
Masterclass "Shoulder straps and ranks"
Shoulder straps and ranks in the Land forces of the Russian Army
The speaker will introduce you to the history of the appearance of shoulder straps in the Russian army. It will introduce you to the features of their appearance, the system for designating military ranks and branches of the armed forces. He will produce together with you the shoulder straps of senior officers using glue and colored paper.
Masterclass «3D greeting card on Navy Day»
The presenter will talk about the memorable day of the Navy: the history and traditions of this holiday; about the courage and bravery of many generations of military sailors. Together, you will create a 3D greeting card with your own hands on a marine theme. Let us recall the first naval victory of the Russian fleet under the command of Peter I over the Swedes at Cape Gangut in August 1714.
Master Class "A Soviet helmet»
The host will talk about the element of military uniforms – the helmet. You will learn about the history of its creation; where the name came from and what types of helmets were used in the Red Army; and you will also be shown how to make a Soviet helmet with your own hands.
Master Class «Red army soldier»
You will learn about the history of the creation of the Workers 'and Peasants' Red Army in a difficult and tragic era of our history, the era of changing the state system, the era of wars and revolutions. You will be told how the power of the Red Army grew, and what heroic efforts the Victory in The Great Patriotic war cost! Together with the presenter, you will make a Red Army soldier out of paper and learn about the main elements of his uniform, equipment and weapons.
Master Class "Cap"
Ведущий расскажет об истории появлении в Русской армии одного из самых узнаваемых военных головных уборов – фуражке. Вы узнаете, как называются основные части фуражки, куда крепится кокарда и для чего подбородный ремешок. Участники мастер-класса смогут освоить изготовление фуражек из разноцветной бумаги и картона.
Lecture Topic "How to read poetry texts on historical subjects"
Announcement: A large number of poetry texts, poems on historical themes, have already been created in Russian and are still being created.
Masterclass «Russian cannon»
The presenter will tell you about the Russian field artillery of the XVIII-XIX centuries. About the varieties and features of the use of guns, the order of their loading and firing, ammunition, installation and transportation means. You will remember the largest ancient cannon in the world- The Tsar cannon in the Moscow Kremlin and make a model of the weapon with your own hands.
Masterclass «Budenovka»
The speaker will introduce you to the history of the appearance of the famous headdress - "budenovka"; tell you why it fell out of use in the Red Army on the eve of The Great Patriotic war; show you how to make this headdress from paper.
Masterclass «Secrets of Military Intelligence Encryption»
The speaker will talk about the Special office created in 1812 – the management body of the Russian military intelligence; about the history of the appearance of various encryption methods. Using the code Caesar code Litorea participants of the master class will decipher the names of items of clothing and immersed in the history of the received words.
Masterclass «The Soldier's Triangle»
The presenter will tell you about the history of front-line writing; why its shape was triangular; about the importance of news from the defender of the Motherland during The Great Patriotic war; and also teach you how to fold a soldier's letter in a triangle.
Video tour «Where was the officer's scarf worn?»
A brief overview of the history of an important element of military uniforms. You will learn that tassel scarf under Peter I became the first honors officer's uniform from the soldier; what color it was, and how it was worn; surprised by the story that when Paul I is determined by the place of the scarf, but ironically that is an officer's scarf was the murder weapon of the Emperor; know that the uniform of the hussar did not include wearing the scarf; you hear the story about the sash of the sample of 1855, the belt and the scarf in the era of Nicholas II; when it goes out of use with the Russian Army and appears again at the Victory parade on June 24, 1945. And now the ceremonial belt belongs to the dress uniform of the Russian Army.
Video tour "Who cleaned the battered shako?
Familiarity with the military headdress of a cylindrical shape, with a flat top and a visor. You will learn when the shako appeared in the Russian army and whether it is used today; what its elements are called and what they are made of; what is the "etishquette", the "repeyok" and the "sultan"; how to distinguish belonging to the military and what colors the sultans have. By this parts of the shako you could distinguish the rank, battalion, and even company, platoon owner. You will also learn about the advantages and disadvantages of this headdress.
Video tour « The day of military glory of Russia hooray!
On July 8, 1709, the battle of Poltava began — the largest battle of the Northern war, in which the troops of Peter I defeated the army of the Swedish king Charles XII. July 10 is the Day of military glory of Russia — The day of the victory of the Russian army in the battle of Poltava. You will learn about the tactics of the battle, about the Russian army, which showed excellent combat training and heroism, and Peter I and his military leaders outstanding generalship; as well as briefly about the form of clothing, equipment and weapons of those events. The defeat of the Swedish army led to a turning point in the Northern war in favor of Russia, and later to the end of Swedish domination in Europe.
Video tour "The day of military glory of russia"
Video tour «The birthday of nicholas I»
Video tour «Gorget - what is it?»
Familiarity with the important insignia of officer ranks. Gorget-a metal plate in the shape of a crescent on the chest of an officer. You will learn what function the gorget had before its introduction into the regular army of Russia; how it was possible to distinguish the rank of an officer by the color of three elements: the field, the rim of the gorget and the coat of arms; when gorget becomes only a decorative element of uniforms and when it completely goes out of use with the Russian Army.
Video tour «Waving the feathers on their hats»
Familiarity with the cocked hat as an element of military uniforms. You will learn why the edges of the wide brim of the hat began to bend, forming three corners; when cocked hats appeared in Russia, and when they leave, giving way to two-cornered headdresses; what they were made of; what is the braid and plume, the feathers of which birds decorated triangular hats; how many cocked hats in The Museum and why one of them is considered unique.
Video tour «A badge of honor placed on the shoulders…»
Familiarity with the history of the appearance and evolution of shoulder straps - an important element in army uniforms. You will find out when they appeared, what they served for, why initially there was only one epaulet – the left one and why it became an attribute of uniforms only for lower ranks; when there were shoulder insignia for officers. You will also hear the history of when shoulder straps and military ranks were abolished, what insignia in the Workers 'and Peasants' Red Army appeared in their place, and why in 1943 the shoulder straps returned.
Video tour "Equipment of the soldier of the future”
Video is available on the official YouTube channel of the Museum of military uniforn
Navigation school video tour
A brief overview of the history of the first specialized educational institution in Russia, established in 1701 by Peter I to train future naval officers. The Navy is a part of the Armed Forces, a strong shield of our Motherland. One of the main elements of military service is uniforms.
Video is available on the official YouTube channel of the Museum of military uniforn
Video tour "The Sumy hussar regiment of General Seslavin"
A story about a heroic regiment of Russian regular cavalry that took part in all the major military conflicts of the Russian Empire, as well as an introduction to the details of the cornet's uniform of this regiment. You will see hussar cords on the officer's uniform, which were awarded to the dolmans for feats of valor and bravery in the Russian-Turkish war of 1877-1878 and became a regimental collective award.
Video will be available on the official YouTube channel of the Museum of military uniforn
Video tour "Sailor of the Russian-Japanese war”
Video tour "Sailor of the Russian-Japanese war" in the framework of the project "Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей" from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 10 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
Russian Imperial Navy uniform of the beginning of the twentieth century; about the cult items of uniforms of the Russian military seaman cap - “beskozyrka”, vest, white stripes on the “huis”, will introduce the concept of "first term". You will learn why the uniform of a sailor, in contrast to the uniform of an infantryman, should be free, not restricting movements.
Video tour "Achievements of the latest armored vehicles”
Video tour "Achievements of the latest armored vehicles" in the framework of the project " Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей" from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 12 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
Getting acquainted with the Museum models of the latest armored vehicles, you will learn about the t-14 Armata tank, which uses unique design solutions that have no analogues in the world: an uninhabited tower and an isolated armored capsule for the crew, fully digital equipment, impenetrable armor; about the t-90 tank - the most commercially successful and best-selling Russian tank in the world. And also get acquainted with the model of the infantry fighting vehicle "boomerang" - a promising wheeled platform.
Video tour "The Soviet naval infantry”
Video tour "The Soviet naval infantry" in the framework of the project " Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей " from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 17 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
The story of the revival of the marine corps during the Cold war, disbanded after 1945; familiarity with a kind of strict beauty of appearance of the representative of the "Black death", with the features of uniform marine as the combination of practicality and aesthetics, You will learn about the elements of Soviet marine’s uniforms from beret to boots.
Video tour " Symbol of sailor pride»
Video tour "Symbol of sailor pride" in the framework of the project " Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей " from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 19 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
“Beskozyrka” (the cap) - the national Russian headdress. You will learn not only about the important element of the sailor's equipment, but also about the subject of pride and respect, which is associated with the heroic history of the country.
Video tour "Day of memory and sorrow"
Video tour " Day of memory and sorrow. Day of the beginning of The Great Patriotic war" in the framework of the project "Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей " from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 22 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
Day of memory and sorrow. Day of the beginning of The Great Patriotic war. June 22, 1941 - one of the saddest dates in our history, the beginning of The Great Patriotic war. This day reminds us of all the dead, tortured in Nazi captivity, who died in the rear from hunger and deprivation.
Video tour "About a Nurse in The First World war"
Video tour "About a Nurse in the First world war" in the framework of the project "Bud’ v forme! #смотримузей" from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 24 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
About the feat and the heroism of the nurses who were carrying out their duty to relieve the suffering of the wounded; think about combat feat Rimma Ivanova - the only woman in the entire history of our country, awarded officer of the order of St. George IV degree; and meet the uniform nurses.
Master class "Russian semaphore alphabet”
At the end of the XIX century, Vice Admiral S. O. Makarov created the Russian signal alphabet, which was needed to transmit messages at a distance between passing ships, as well as on land. Use the semaphore alphabet on the screen as a hint and try to unravel the message (word) passed to you by the host. Each letter of the Russian alphabet is encoded by a special position of the hands with flags. Good luck!
Master class "Sea knots in practice"
The video master class “Sea knots in practice" from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 15 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
Familiarity with various types of marine knots and ways to knit them. Strong and beautiful rope tie – a real Maritime art. Any sea knot should be tied firmly and securely, because safety depends on it, and at the same time so that at any time it can be easily untied if necessary. We study the theory and master it experimentally in practice.
Lectures "History as an exact science"
Boris Kagarlitsky's video lecture "History as an exact science" within the project " Bud’ v forme! #слушаймузей” from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 14 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
The lecturer is Boris Kagarlitsky, a Russian historian, political scientist, candidate of political science, Professor at The Moscow state University of Economics.
Lecture "Library front"
Lecturer: Alexander Mazuritsky, doctor of pedagogical Sciences, Professor of the Department of information and analytical activities of The Moscow State Linguistic University.
Video will be available on the official YouTube channel of the Museum of military uniforn
Lecture "Soviet women on the fronts of The Great Patriotic war"
Video lecture "Soviet women on the fronts of the great Patriotic war: history and feat" within the project "Bud’ v forme! #слушаймузей from The Military Uniform Museum will be available from June 21 on the official YouTube channel of The Military Uniform Museum of RMHS.
Lecturer Viktoriya Petrakova, Deputy head of the scientific Department of the Russian Military Historical Society
