The memory of the victims of the Russian-Caucasian war was honored in the KBR and Abkhazia

In Nalchik, despite the bans, a procession was held in memory of those killed in the Russian-Caucasian war. Mourning events are dedicated to her 159th anniversary.

101 candles were lit on the pedestal of the Tree of Life monument in Nalchik, and flowers were laid. There was also a concert of an old Adyghe song.

In Abkhazia, in memory of the victims of the Russian-Caucasian war, Ashhamak's memorial candle was lit, and a Nart bonfire was lit. After that, wreaths were lowered into the water.

The Russian-Caucasian War (1817-1864) is a generalizing name for the military operations of the Russian Imperial Army, connected with the annexation of the North Caucasus to the Russian Empire, and its military confrontation with the mountain peoples.

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