Wednesday, May 11, 2011

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Proud: Female Russian police cadets march through Dvortsovaya Square, in St Petersburg, during the Victory Day parades.

Eyes Front! Female Police Cadets Among 20,000 On Parade As Russia Marks Victory Over The Nazis -- The Daily Mail

In immaculate uniforms and with pride written across their faces, these police cadets were among 20,000 taking part across Russia to commemorate victory over the Nazis in World War Two.

The female cadets took part in the nation's Victory Day military parades on Dvortsovaya Square, St Petersburg, alongside similar displays on Moscow's Red Square.

Anna Chapman, the former Russian spy-turned-TV presenter, was one of the guests of honour at the annual parade.

In a sea of gold braid, green fatigues and gleaming medals, the 29-year-old, who had been a sleeper spy in the U.S. before being expelled, was relatively restrained in muted clothing - though the colour of her dress was a very appropriate khaki.

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My Comment: In the past these female cadets had to wear high heels for these parades .... I suspect that these girls are probably glad that such a practice is now over.

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