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A WWII poem by a Soviet Soldier
This is a poem written by a Russian (Soviet) soldier during World War II, right before Soviet Union launched a defensive counter attack against Hitler’s army. It had such an impact on me that I had to translate it. *** … Continue reading
Private Borisov by Vladimir Vysotsky, English translation
Private Borisov by Vladimir Vysotsky, English translation (Рядовой Борисов, Владимир Высоцкий, английский перевод) “Private Borisov!”- “Here!”- “Tell me how this went down!” “It was cold. I barely hung on. Then it rained, then it got dark, and I was getting … Continue reading
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The Price of Greateness
When the Unknown appears before you in the form of an unexplained phenomenon – that is more or less normal. However, when it manifests as a living person, do not be ashamed to express your awe. And do something nice … Continue reading
The White Guard (Russian Civil War) Series: The sunrise disappeared…
The White Guard (Russian Civil War) Series: The sunrise disappeared… The sunrise disappeared behind the tall trees, as if perished there, And a frozen sapphire rolled into the sky overhead. Perhaps Abel did beg Cain for mercy once, But we … Continue reading
The White Guard (Russian Civil War) Series: The tale of the fallen (The last attack)
The tale of the fallen (The last attack) I rushed into the final attack, But this time fate turned against the veteran, And besides that, the missile that fell By hillside was too much to withstand. And besides that, … Continue reading
The Romance of Naval Officers (Unona and Avos)
Engagement RUSSIAN PRIEST: I betrother Lord’s slave Nicolai with Lord’s slave Konchita. Is Lord’s slave Nicolai willing? TOASTS AND SHOUTING EVERYONE: You will wake me up in early morning, And, still barefoot, will see me out. You will never,you will … Continue reading
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