Victory Day is a significant holiday for the people of Kazakhstan. History shows that during the Second World War, millions of Kazakhstanis fought and gave their souls in the fight against German fascism. The heroic work of the veterans of the Great Patriotic War of those years is an eternal memory for today's generation. In this regard, employees of the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "Monuments of Ancient Taraz" of the Committee for Culture of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan visited the house of 98-year-old veteran of the Great Patriotic War Bazarbai Burbayev, where they congratulated the old man on the Great Victory Day.
Bazarbai Burbayev was born on December 10, 1924 in the city of Zhambyl. He studied at the Kaganovich School. In 1942 he was drafted into the army. He was a mortar man in the 393rd Rifle Regiment. Participated in the liberation of Manchuria, Mugden, Harbin and other cities. For courage and bravery, he was awarded the Order of the Red Star, medals "For the Victory over Japan". He returned from Manjuria in 1947. From 1949 to 1988 he worked as a machinist at the Zhambyl locomotive depot. He was also awarded the "Veteran of Labor" medal.
​This holiday is the Day when the spirit of selfless heroism, noble people rises, the Victory flag flutters. Today, on the pedestal of independence, both strong and high level, and prosperity of our country are the fruits of this holiday. Today's generation imitates the heroism and dedication shown by veterans. This heroic day will forever remain an unforgettable page of our history.
Dear veterans of the Great Patriotic War, thank you for your conscientious work and active citizenship in difficult days! We wish you good health, happiness, and long life!