The Taman Division celebrated its 60th anniversary. The celebrations were attended by the command of the Moscow Military District, representatives of the Moscow Region administration, the Naro-Fominsky District, and public and veteran organizations.

The celebrations began with the formation of the division's personnel, the display of the division's battle flags and the Minister of Defense's pennants. After the performance of the Russian National Anthem, the guests delivered their congratulations. Subsequently, the commander of the division, Major General A. Studenikin, presented awards and announced the promotion of soldiers who had distinguished themselves in the counter-terrorism operation in Chechnya. After the soldiers marched in a ceremonial procession, a sports and entertainment event began, captivating everyone's attention.

On the same day, a memorial stone was unveiled to the fallen Taman soldiers who participated in the counter-terrorism operation in the North Caucasus.

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