Red Square

American

noun

a large, open square in central Moscow, adjacent to the Kremlin: site of military parades, Lenin's tomb, and St. Basil's cathedral.

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The centrepiece of Russia's May 9 celebrations is typically a massive military parade through Red Square in Moscow, presided over by Putin.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

That day was also celebrated as May Day in the now defunct Soviet Union with parades in Red Square.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026

But just a few days later, Soviet officials showed up at the main restaurant near Red Square.

From Slate • Nov. 13, 2025

It's certainly no match for Red Square, with the breathtaking onion domes of St Basil’s Cathedral and the Kremlin.

From BBC • Jul. 24, 2024

The Soviet military paraded past massive crowds in Moscow’s Red Square, displaying some of its latest weapons and missiles.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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