Sergey Mikhalkov, Russian writer, dies at 97 Quotes

From the southern seas to the polar lands Spread our forests and fields. You are unique in the world, one of a kind — Native land protected by God!

В победе бессмертных идей коммунизма Мы видим грядущее нашей страны, И Красному знамени славной Отчизны Мы будем всегда беззаветно верны!

Славься, Отечество наше свободное, Славы народов надёжный оплот! Знамя советское, знамя народное Пусть от победы к победе ведёт!

In the victory of Communism's deathless ideals We see the future of our dear Land, And to her fluttering scarlet banner Selflessly true we always shall stand!

Our army grew up in the heat of grim battle, Barbarian invaders, we'll swiftly strike down. In combat the fate of the future we'll settle, Our country we'll lead to eternal renown!

Russia — our holy nation, Russia — our beloved country. A mighty will, great glory — These are yours for all time!

Славься, Отечество наше свободное, Дружбы, народов надежный оплот! Знамя советское, знамя народное Пусть от победы, к победе ведет!

Through tempests the sunrays of freedom have cheered us, Along the new path where great Lenin did lead, To a righteous cause he raised up the peoples, Inspired them to labour and heroic deeds!

Be glorious, our free Motherland, Age-old union of fraternal peoples, Popular wisdom given by our forebears! Be glorious, our country! We are proud of you!

Sing to our Motherland, home of the free, Bulwark of peoples in brotherhood strong! The party of Lenin, the strength of our peoples, To Communism's triumph lead us on!

Союз нерушимый республик свободных Сплотила навеки Великая Русь. Да здравствует созданный волей народов Единый, могучий Советский Союз!