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0155352 - March 19, 2001. This day has since 1996 been observed by Russia's Navy as Submarine Sailor Day. Today marks the 95th anniversary of the Russian submarine fleet's foundation. Today, Russia's strategic nuclear sea force has over 20 submarine missile cruisers while its multi-purpose naval forces hold more than 50 nuclear and diesel submarines. This makes it possible for the country to remain one of the world's greatest naval powers. The daily ceremony of hoisting St. Andrew's flag on a nuclear submarine. Oleg Lastochkin's photo from RIA Novosti archives. 96-1638
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