During the war, Toidze created many posters that inspired and supported the morale of the people. His works were distinguished by bright colors, strong emotional load and clear slogans.
Dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the relay started on February 2 simultaneously along two routes: in Brest Fortress and Murmansk.
В каждой стране бывшего Советского Союза, в каждом городе России есть особые места, где время будто застыло. Это памятники Великой Отечественной — немые свидетели подвига, которые кричат о войне громче любых слов.
The Minister of Culture of Russia Olga Lyubimova, Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva, Ambassador of Russia Alexei Borodavkin and Akim of Astana Zhenis Kasymbek spoke at the opening ceremony.
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