For the purpose to preserve historical memory, commemorate the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945, express gratitude to veterans, and recognize the heroic deed of participants in the Special Military Operation, the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation declared the year of 2025 the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland.
This year pays tribute to the military exploits of all those who fought for their homeland in different historical eras, as well as to the heroes of today - the participants in the Special Military Operation. The theme of the year is reflective of the priorities of modern Russia, in particular, patriotism, continuity of generations, and respect for the defenders of the homeland throughout history.
The postage stamp provides images of a 13th-century knight, an infantryman from the Patriotic War of 1812, a soldier from the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945, and a serviceman of today.
| Paper |
Printing method |
Perforation |
Format of the stamp |
Edition |
| Self-adhesive |
Offset + security system |
Die cut 11½ |
60 × 30 mm |
376 thousand stamps |