Russian servicemen training for grand parade in Vietnam

On the morning of August 26, due to the weather conditions, the training of the Russian servicemen was moved indoors to the Viettel Academy’s multi-purpose sports hall. Although the indoor space was more limited compared to the outdoor training ground, the Russian servicemen maintained high spirit, carefully adjusting each movement and step to ensure the formation would be unified, precise, and visually impressive on the day of the parade.

The Russian contingent, consisting of 33 servicemen, is made up mostly of young soldiers aged between 21 and 24. Leading the group is First Lieutenant Mikhailov Anton Vladimirovich, the formation head, who stands out with his 1.9-meter height, upright posture, and disciplined, decisive demeanor.

These servicemen belong to the 154th Preobrazhensky Commandant Regiment, a distinguished unit whose traditions are rooted in the legendary Preobrazhensky Regiment, an enduring symbol of Russian military honor and glory. The regiment is tasked with ceremonial duties, hosting guards of honor for visiting heads of state, and participating in major national parades and significant state events.

The People’s Army Newspaper presents some photos of the Russian delegation’s training session on August 26:

Thirty-three Russian servicemen from the 154th Preobrazhensky Commandant Regiment are to take part in the parade in Vietnam.

Due to weather conditions, the training was held inside the Viettel Academy’s multi-purpose hall.

Most participants are young, many visiting Vietnam for the first time.

Full concentration

Leading the formation is the unit carrying the national flag of the Russian Federation and the flag of the Russian Ground Forces.

Following them is the formation bearing the flag of the Russian Aerospace Forces.

Next is the group carrying the flag of the Russian Navy.

First Lieutenant, formation head Mikhailov Anton Vladimirovich, carefully adjusts each serviceman’s movements.

Young servicemen in training

Faces glistening with sweat but always bright with smiles

Video footage of the Russian servicemen training for the parade in Vietnam

Translated by Tran Hoai