Russians who fought in Chechnya and Afghanistan came home to silence and stigma. There’s a very public push to make things different this time.
Chastened by Past Wars, Kremlin Tries to Elevate Its Veterans
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Russians who fought in Chechnya and Afghanistan came home to silence and stigma. There’s a very public push to make things different this time.