Roman Rotenberg, First Vice President of the Russian Ice Hockey Federation and head coach of the “Russia 25” national team, visited Patriot Park in the Moscow region on May 9. He shared his thoughts on the significance of Victory Day.
“Following a good tradition, together with the youth and junior national teams of Russia, as well as students of the ‘Krasnaya Mashina Yunior’ academy, we pay tribute to the heroes of the Great Patriotic War,” Rotenberg said.
“May 9 is a day to express gratitude to veterans, a day to remember the feat of our people, their courage, resilience, and the price at which victory was achieved. It is crucial for young people not only to know history but to feel a personal connection with the generation of victors. This is how continuity is preserved, and respect for one’s country, strength of spirit, and responsibility are passed on. The memory of the Great Victory must live not only in books and memorial dates but also in the hearts of new generations. We must know our history, honor the feat of our ancestors, and be worthy of those who defended the Motherland. Deep bow to the veterans. Eternal memory to the fallen heroes. No one is forgotten, nothing is forgotten! Happy Victory Day!”