Russia will stage its traditional May 9 parade marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II without heavy military equipment for the first time since 2007, as the war in Ukraine takes its toll on President Vladimir Putin’s army.

Yorktown- Vibrant banners, applauses from parents lining the street, and a spirit of celebration echoed loudly and cheerfully on Von Steuben Drive last Thursday, April 9th onboard Naval Weapons Station Yorktown as part of the annual Youth Parade.