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The Moscow Realm — The Tara Frontier Watch

Omsk, Omsk Fortress
Full Story: 30 photosQuick Impression: 15 photos
The institution’s director, Vasily Minin, describes each costume in detail
Despite the frosty weather, hundreds of Omsk residents came to the Omsk Fortress
In the 17th century, there were no uniform standards for equipment and weapons yet
Armed with “fiery shot”, the riflemen were fearsome warriors of the past
Firing a matchlock musket took a great deal of effort
The Omsk reenactors’ skill at firing in unison has been honed at dozens of festivals
The chosen era made it natural to showcase musketeers from Europe as well
At last, the match is lit — all that remains is the command
This time, they didn’t fire simultaneously — but that’s hardly surprising for 17th‑century firearms
Now the interactive areas are open, including the “Cannon Crew” one
This is what aiming might have looked like in the 17th century
The first cannon salvoes traditionally draw dozens of spectators
As a farewell treat, many sample Peter the Great‑style porridge made with an old recipe…
Still, thanks to TV journalists, the festival’s brightest moments will make the news
The Omsk Fortress is a perfect venue for events devoted to our history

Continuing with the Theme

…so they’re ready to answer any questions — especially about the great bell from 1904126 shots

Big Bells Return to the Small Homeland

Tyumen, Gilyovskaya Grove

But the festival is all about bringing people together around our real history84 shots

Once Upon an Autumn, 412 Years Ago

Omsk, Omsk Fortress

In the end, the Polish‑Lithuanian garrison in the Kremlin was forced to surrender63 shots

Battle for Moscow: Seen Through the Ages from Siberia

Omsk, Omsk Fortress

Even young children will remember the feelings from this celebration and grow up with them60 shots

Victory Day: Bridging the Past and the Future

Omsk, Victory Park

The festival goes on, creating a full sense of being transported to the century before last210 shots

Summer Gathering: Siberians and Their Traditions

Bolsherechye (Omsk Region)

And now the Great Siberian Round Dances begin!150 shots

Summer Gathering: Crafting, Dancing, Celebrating!

Bolsherechye (Omsk Region)

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