Knights of the Sky: Paratrooper Day celebrations in Minsk

Parachuting, "waltzing" AFVs, a mock river combat, a building assault, spectacular competitions, an exhibition of armaments and military vehicles, a concert, tastings of field kitchen food, and a ceremony to honor the winners of the Miss Airborne Forces beauty contest…

Minsk played host to the large-scale Knights of the Sky festival on 29 July. The event marked the Day of Paratroopers and Special Forces. That was the first time the event took place right in Minsk downtown. Check out the highlights of the festival in our photo story.