Soviet troops encircled the Nazis in Vienna and reached the southern outskirts of the city. Six days remained before the complete capture of the Austrian capital.
The young poet Mirza Gelovani, who was most afraid of not having time to feel life and enjoy love, also went to war.
The Soviet troops fought actively on all fronts; on this day the assault on Königsberg began, which was victoriously completed three days later.
The pain of loss and the joy of victory were reflected in the war films of the Soviet era.
Lieutenant General Baktybek Bekbolotov, Minister of Defence, met with Boris Chernyshov, Chairman of the Organising Committee of the Victory 9/45 movement and Deputy Chairman of the State Duma.
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