Defender Of The Fatherland Day, Russia
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There isn’t a Father’s Day in Russia, but they have something that substitutes perfectly for it. In Russia, there is the Defender of the Fatherland Day. This day came about originally to honor the Red Army during the Russian Civil War.
Russians now celebrate the day on February 23rd. Defender of the Fatherland Day commemorates those in the military and men in general. Not only do the dads get presents from their loved ones, but co-workers also give gifts as well.
