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Restoring the martial prowess and passion of the Cossacks

Published: 21 January, 2010, 08:25
Edited: 23 January, 2010, 00:37

The Cossacks were a symbol of freedom and military excellence in Russia until they were banned by the Soviet regime. Restored after the fall of the USSR, the movement is now reviving its military and cultural traditions.

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2 COMMENTS

Uli January 22, 2010, 08:14 quote

Who could people contact if they are interested in learning this form of martial arts?

Kihnu January 22, 2010, 16:37 quote

The cossacks have historically been the protectors of the borders of old Russia. Time has arrived for the Zaporozhian Cossacks should deal with the 2,000 Georgians Saakashvili sent to Ukraine to support Julia Timoshenko's campaign.

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