Four directions · One memory
The platform works through four directions of remembrance. Each direction has its own practical material — how to take part, what to bring, where to look. This page organises the guides by direction so you can find what you need without scrolling through everything.
Direction 01
How families take part in the procession of memory on 9 May — preparing a portrait, joining the march, virtual participation.
12 May 2026
Since 2026 the My Regiment UK format for 9 May runs on two paths — a flower-laying ceremony at the Soviet War Memorial in London at 10:00, and a virtual march UK-wide. This guide walks through both, from registration to the day itself.
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15 Apr 2026
A step-by-step guide to printing a portrait card for the Victory Day march. Available from any veteran profile page.
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15 Apr 2026
A practical guide for families preparing portraits of their veterans for the 2026 Immortal Regiment marches across the UK.
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The 9 May ceremony at the Soviet War Memorial in London — venue history, how to reach it, what to bring.
Direction 03
The Victory Day Auto-rally organised by RuCentre — convoy routes across the UK, vehicle preparation, family participation.
Direction 04
Researching Soviet war graves on British soil — working with OBD «Memorial», TsAMO, regional cemeteries, and field documentation.
Getting started
How to add a veteran to the registry, search the archive, light an online candle, and trace your family history.
11 May 2026
Many people know their grandparents but almost nothing about earlier generations. This guide explains why preserving family history matters and walks through practical steps for tracing your ancestors — even from minimal starting information.
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11 May 2026
A step-by-step walkthrough of My Regiment UK: how to add a veteran to the registry of memory, search for relatives, light an online candle, and create profiles for unknown soldiers.
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17 Apr 2026
A quick guide to creating a memorial page for your WWII veteran relative on moypolk.uk.
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