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"Soldiers of the Brazilian Army commemorated Victory Day with a ceremony in Rio de Janeiro on Friday, paying tribute to the Brazilian troops who fought alongside the Allied forces during World War II. Footage shows military personnel carrying weapons, marching, and performing military hymns. A flyover of military planes can also be seen at the Monument to the Dead of World War II. During the event, Jose Osorio, a 103-year-old former Brazilian Navy combatant, urged readiness in the face of current challenges. "It is always good to celebrate, remember the past and the present. Life is not easy. The struggles are there. The struggles continue. We have to be prepared," he said. The ceremony highlighted the historical role of the Brazilian Expeditionary Force (FEB), which fought in Italy during the final stages of the conflict against Nazi Germany. A minute of silence was also observed in memory of the more than 250 Brazilian soldiers who fell in combat during the war. The authorities present emphasised the importance of preserving the historical memory and legacy of the military personnel who participated in the conflict more than eight decades ago. The commemoration took place amid global geopolitical tensions, which added a contemporary dimension to the tribute and to Brazil's role in one of the 20th century's decisive conflicts."
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