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Ceremonies marking the 63rd anniversary of the beginning of the Soviet counter-attack in the battle for Moscow were held at the test ground, including a precise military re-enactment of the battle for Moscow during World War II.
The re-enactment involved more than 100 World War II-era armoured vehicles and two regiments of a total of more than 2,500 men.
Following the ceremonies, Mr Putin met with veterans.
The President said that it is a common anniversary for all the peoples of the former Soviet Union.
Mr Putin congratulated veterans with the 60th anniversary of the Victory, wished them all the best.
December 7, 2004, Moscow Region