On Septmeber 17 Yerevan’s Republic Square saw the first majot rehearsal of the military parae for the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence.

This year’s parade will stand apart with the participation of religious ministers serving in the army.

During the rehearsal the military techniques, including the Airborne Systems Lightweight SKAD, zenithal rocket systems S300 were displayed. And heavy track-type techniques were carried to the square on high speed wheeled trailers.

According to General Lieutenant Michael Grigorian, Commander of United Troops of Armenia’s Armed Forces, told journalists, that servicemen have prepared for the parade more than a month. “As you can see, the soldiers and officers are ready for the parade, and I am pleased with them,” he said, adding that soldiers already “feel” the parade. Here he noted that the not all military techniques were displayed in the parade, and surprises await the audience during the parade. -mi-