Since 1996, Russia has been celebrating the day of the Baltic Fleet. The date was for historic victory won in 1703 over Swedish warships. This date is officially considered the birthday of the fleet on the Baltic Sea. BF Day in Russia has the status public holiday and is celebrated annually on May 18. The Baltic Fleet is the oldest fleet in Russia. For more than 300 years of its existence, it has passed enough hard way and became the main test and training base of the Russian Navy. The formation and development of the fleet is inextricably linked with the history of the Russian Empire and its first capital.

BF - history of formation

The formation and development of the fleet in the Baltic is inextricably linked with the history of the city, which was built by one of the great Russian tsars - Peter I. The Admiralty shipyard, which later became the center of shipbuilding of the entire empire, was founded immediately after the laying of the first city buildings. The fleet of the Baltic had, and has for Russia quite important strategic importance. For a long time, starting from 1700-1721, when the Northern War took place and to the present day, it continues to be a powerful strategic unit.

The first ship of the Baltic Fleet was a frigate called Shtandart. First ships Russian Empire designed by Peter I himself. The first frigate of the fleet combined the concepts of two shipbuilding schools of that time - English and Dutch. The military ships under construction met all the requirements of that time. The scampaway became the main type of rowing vessel in the fleet. This type of vessel was superior in its seaworthiness and maneuverability to Western European galleys. The vessel had up to 150 crew members and from 3 to 5 guns could be installed on it. The caliber of the guns varied from 3 to 12 pounds.

The importance of the fleet in scientific discoveries

In addition to important strategic tasks, representatives of the fleet made huge contribution in the development of shipbuilding and science. special role the fleet played in the cause of new geographical discoveries. So, the result of the Great northern expedition, the implementation of which fell on the shoulders of the officers of the Baltic Fleet, was surveyed and mapped huge territory. In the first half of the 19th century, the main training center scientific expeditions became Kronstadt, which is the main base of the Baltic Fleet.

Through the efforts of the sailors of the fleet, Russia has taken one of the leading places in the exploration of the seas and oceans. The sloops "Nadezhda" and "Neva", which left the port of Kronstadt, became the first Russian ships to sail around the Earth. The captains of these sloops laid a special maritime tradition- "Serve the fleet and science!". The invaluable contribution to cartography is evidenced by the fact that 432 geographical discoveries bear the names of officers and admirals of the Russian Baltic Fleet. thus, modern borders Russia was drawn by the sides of the ships of its first fleet.

During the First World War, the Baltic Fleet, despite its superior strength, sank about 100 German ships, thereby winning the battle for the Baltic and Germany. In World War II, he played a significant role in the defense of Leningrad. In addition, he was active fighting In the open sea. ships and personnel fought heroically against submarines and warships of the enemy. A large number of Baltic sailors were involved in the ground units armies.

In August 1941, the first bomb raid on Berlin was carried out. It was carried out by the pilots of the mine-torpedo regiment, which is part of the Baltic Fleet. The military merits of the Baltic Fleet were highly appreciated by the state. 23 formations of the fleet received the title of guards.

AT post-war years, after replenishing the fleet with new ships that have sufficiently powerful weapons. Nuclear-capable missiles have become a powerful deterrent and are a guarantor of stability in the region. In the composition appeared jet aircraft of naval aviation, based directly on the ships. Thus, the capabilities of the fleet have grown significantly. New ships began to successfully carry military service in the Pacific and Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and North Seas. The flagship of the Baltic Fleet is the destroyer Persistent. This squadron destroyer is among the 10 most powerful ships Russian Navy.

Strategic tasks of the Baltic Fleet

The territory that allowed Free access to the sea, has always been the cause of conflicts and strife. At times Ancient Russia from this sea began the famous trade route"From the Varangians to the Greeks". In addition to the fact that this path had a fairly large economic importance, he played the role of a geographical core, around which ancient Russian lands. The sea, both earlier and now, performs great economic and strategic tasks for Russia. Through its waters pass important ways connecting the ports located on its shores with the Atlantic Ocean.

Such importance of the sea at all times, from the Vikings to the present, gave rise to the desire of various states to have free access to the sea. Currently, nine countries have direct access to the Baltic Sea. This is:

• Russia (ports: St. Petersburg, Ust-Luga, Primorsk, Vysotsk, Vyborg, Kaliningrad)
• Germany
• Poland
• Sweden
• Denmark
• Finland
• Lithuania
• Latvia
• Estonia.

Modern Baltic Fleet of Russia

Modern fleet based in the water area Baltic Sea, performs tasks to protect economic zone, the safety of maritime navigation routes and the implementation of foreign policy actions of the state in an economically important areas world ocean. The modern BF is positioned as an army unit, united by territorial basis. It, in addition to military ships and submarines, includes the following units:

• Sea-based aviation
• Air defense means
• A group of troops whose task is to protect the coastal territory
• Bodies of operational command, technical and logistic support.

Since 2000, BF ships have visited more than 100 ports in Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The military patrol ships of the fleet receive Active participation in international projects. One such project is the protection of shipping lanes in the Gulf of Aden. This is a kind of outpost of the state in the region. Thanks to the existence of such a fleet, with its powerful weapons, the stability of the military and political environment. Thus, the BF protects the state interests.

The Russian Navy, and the Baltic Fleet in particular, is replenished annually with new ships and submarines. These ships are built the latest technologies. So, in 2016, the BF was replenished with the Alexander Obukhov ship. A feature of the ship is that its hull is made of fiberglass. Such technologies are used in Russia for the first time. The material allows you to make the ship's hull more durable, while significantly reducing its weight. The fiberglass hull has very significant advantages in terms of having magnetic field. Such a field for ships is much smaller. This fact provides additional security during trawling operations min. The ship is unique in the world's largest hull made of non-traditional materials that were not previously used for their manufacture.

Holiday traditions

On this day pass solemn ceremonies construction of ships and crews of the fleet. On ships, in a solemn atmosphere, they raise the flags of the fleet. Traditionally, wreath-laying ceremonies are held at the graves and memorials dedicated to the exploits of the Baltic sailors. The command congratulates the personnel. The best sailors and employees are awarded regular titles and a thank you for your service. At the main base, which is located in Baltiysk, certain traditions have developed over the course of the celebrations. Yes, celebration without fail, begins with a ceremony of visiting the monument to the founder of the fleet of Peter the Great. In addition, at the main bases of the Baltic Fleet, on the day of celebration, an open day is organized on warships.

The main events for the celebration are held in Baltiysk and Kronstadt. This holiday, although celebrated on state level, is not an official day of rest.

TASS-DOSIER. May 18, 2017 marks the 314th anniversary of the creation of the Baltic Fleet (BF) of the Russian Navy.

The Day of the Baltic Fleet was established by the order of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy, Admiral of the Fleet Felix Gromov "On the introduction annual holidays and professional days specialty” dated July 15, 1996. On this day, a parade of garrison troops is held in Baltiysk (Kaliningrad region), and visiting ships of the fleet are organized for guests of the holiday.

Commander of the Baltic Fleet - Vice Admiral Alexander Nosatov (since July 1, 2016 - acting, since September 17, 2016 - commander).

Fleet history

The Baltic Fleet was created by Tsar Peter I during Northern war 1700-1721 The ships laid down in 1702-1703 laid the foundation for the fleet. at shipyards on the rivers Syas and Svir (flow into Lake Ladoga). First capital ship fleet became in 1703 the 28-gun frigate Shtandart. In the same year on the island of Kotlin in Gulf of Finland Fort Kronshlot was founded - the future base of the Kronstadt fleet.

At the same time, the date of birth of the fleet is considered to be May 18 (May 7, according to the old style) 1703, when a rowing boat flotilla with soldiers of the Preobrazhensky and Semenovsky regiments under the command of bombardment captain Pyotr Mikhailov (Peter I himself) and lieutenant Alexander Menshikov attacked and captured the Swedish military ships Gaddan ("Gedan" in Russian sources) and Astrild ("Astrild") at the mouth of the Neva.

During the Northern War, with the assistance of the Baltic Fleet, Vyborg, Revel (now Tallinn), Riga, the Moonsund Islands, Helsinfors (now Helsinki) were taken. At sea, victories were won at Gangut (1714), Ezel (1719) and Grengam (1720). The fleet participated in Seven Years' War and Russian-Turkish wars XVIII in. Turkish Navy was destroyed by the ships of the Baltic Fleet in naval battles in Chesme Bay (1770, the Russian squadron was commanded by Rear Admiral Samuil Greig), the Dardanelles (1807, under the command of Vice Admiral Dmitry Senyavin) and Navarino Bay (1827, the commander of the Russian squadron was Vice Admiral Login Geiden).

In the second half of the XIX century. The Baltic Fleet was equipped armored ships, of which in 1897 and 1904 the 1st and 2nd squadrons were formed Pacific Ocean sent to Far East to strengthen naval forces. During Russo-Japanese War a significant part of these ships was lost during the defense of Port Arthur in 1904 and in Tsushima battle May 27-28, 1905

Before the start of the First World War, the Baltic Fleet was re-equipped with new ships - in particular, in 1912 it included the battleships "Andrew the First-Called" and "Emperor Paul I", in 1913-1917. - 17 destroyers of the Novik type, etc. During the war, sailors of the Baltic Fleet sank about 100 enemy ships.

Fleet in Soviet times

Sailors of the Baltic Fleet took an active part in revolutionary events 1917 After October revolution, in February-May 1918, 226 ships and vessels of the Baltic Fleet (including 6 battleships, 5 cruisers, 59 destroyers and destroyers, 12 submarines) committed ice hike from Reval to Helsingfors, and then to Kronstadt. In the spring of 1921, the Kronstadt garrison and the crews of several BF ships raised against Soviet power armed rebellion, which was put down.

During the years of the Great Patriotic War the fleet forces destroyed 1,205 enemy warships, transports, and auxiliary ships, and 2,418 enemy aircraft. 173 servicemen were awarded the title of Hero Soviet Union. Famous Soviet submariners Alexander Marinesko and Pyotr Grishchenko, aces pilots Nelson Stepanyan, Vasily Rakov, Alexei Mazurenko and Nikolai Chelnokov fought in the Baltic.

In 1945-1956. the fleet carried out combat trawling in order to restore navigation in the Baltic, while in 1946 it was divided into the South Baltic (later - 4th) and North Baltic (later - 8th) fleets, in 1955 - restored in the old structure. During the Cold War, the ships of the fleet protected the Soviet coast of the Baltic, performed combat missions in the North and Mediterranean Seas, the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

By 1991, the Baltic Fleet had 232 warships (including 32 diesel submarines), about 300 combat aircraft and 70 helicopters, coastal missile launchers, etc. The main bases were Baltiysk (Kaliningrad region), Daugavgriva and Liepaja ( Latvian SSR, now - Latvia), Tallinn and Paldiski (Estonian SSR, now - Estonia), as well as Swinoujscie (Poland). Aviation BF had 10 main and 13 alternate airfields.

The fleet was awarded with orders Red Banner in 1928 and 1965. After the collapse of the USSR, Baltiysk (Kaliningrad region) and Kronstadt (Leningrad region, now part of St. Petersburg) became the main bases for the fleet.

Current state

The modern Baltic Fleet is an operational-strategic formation of the Russian Navy in the Baltic Sea. It is part of the Western Military District, is the main training base Russian Navy.

According to data from open sources, as of May 2017, the fleet consisted of 2 diesel submarines and 56 surface ships, including:

2 destroyer destroyers project 956 "Sarych",

2 patrol ships of the far sea zone (frigate) of project 11540 "Hawk",

4 patrol ships of the near sea zone (corvette) of project 20380 "Guarding",

6 small missile ships,

6 small anti-submarine ships,

6 missile boats,

1 sea minesweeper,

5 basic minesweepers,

9 raid minesweepers,

4 large landing ships,

2 small landing hovercraft,

9 landing craft (including new project 21820 project 21820 Dugong type air cavity boats).

The Baltic Fleet also includes formations of auxiliary and search and rescue vessels, naval aviation, coastal troops, parts of the rear and technical support. Of all the Russian fleets, the Baltic Fleet historically has the most developed educational infrastructure, which includes military training scientific centers in St. Petersburg and Belarus "West-2017" (September 14-20). During the year, the naval personnel will take part in ten long-range ocean campaigns; Baltic Fleet ships will continue to perform tasks as part of the inter-fleet grouping of the Russian Navy in the Mediterranean Sea.

On May 18, Russia celebrates the Day of the Baltic Fleet, established by order of the Commander-in-Chief of the Navy Russian Federation dated July 15, 1996 "On the introduction of annual holidays and professional days in the specialty" .

The Baltic Fleet (BF) is one of the oldest fleets in Russia, created by Peter I during the Northern War of 1700-1721. First warships for it were built in 1702-1703 at the mouth of the Syas River on Lake Ladoga and on the Svir River.

May 18 (May 7, old style) 1703 is considered the birthday of the Baltic Fleet. On this day, the rowing flotilla with soldiers of the Preobrazhensky and Semenovsky regiments under the command of Peter I won the first military victory, capturing two Swedish warships at the mouth of the Neva. The historical significance of that victory for Russia was emphasized by the awarding of all participants in the battle with specially made medals with the inscription "Unprecedented happens."

With the assistance of the Russian fleet in the Baltic during the Northern War, Vyborg, Revel (Tallinn), Riga, the Moonsund Islands, Helsingfors (in Finnish - Helsinki), Abo were taken; victories were won at sea at Gangut (Finnish name - Hanko, 1714), Ezel (1719), Grengam ().

AT XVIII-XIX centuries home base The fleet was in Kronstadt, then in the cities of Helsingfors and Revel.

Throughout history, the Baltics have won many victories over the invaders who tried to push back Russian state from the coast of the Baltic Sea. More than once they had to defend the interests of the country in other maritime theaters.

The squadrons of the Baltic Fleet participated in the implementation of the policy of armed neutrality in the 1780s, in the 1st and 2nd Archipelago expeditions, during which victories were won in the Chesme (1770), Athos (1807) and Navarino (1827) battles. At the beginning of the 20th century, ships of the Baltic Fleet made an unprecedented transition to the Far East as part of the 2nd and 3rd Pacific squadrons.

In the 19th - early 20th centuries, the sailors of the Baltic Fleet made a significant contribution to the domestic and world science. important place occupied round-the-world and long-distance voyages with scientific purposes. 432 geographical discoveries remained on the world map, which bear the names of 98 admirals and officers of the Baltic Fleet.

After the unsuccessful Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905, the Baltic Fleet participating in it was restored in numbers.

During the First World War (1914-1918), having destroyed more than 100 ships and auxiliary vessels of the enemy, the Baltic Fleet won the battle for the Baltic against the German fleet, despite the superiority of the latter. Since January 1918, the ships and vessels of the Baltic Fleet became part of the Workers 'and Peasants' Red Fleet (RKKF), which was being created. In the years civil war and foreign military intervention(1918-1922) Baltic sailors successfully defended the approaches to Petrograd (since 1924 - Leningrad, since 1991 - St. Petersburg), fought at all land fronts.

From March 1918 to January 1935, the Baltic Fleet was called Maritime forces the Baltic Sea. In the interwar period, the BF was technically re-equipped, replenished with new ships and aircraft. Served as a base for the creation of the Northern and Pacific fleets.

During the Great Patriotic War (1941-1945), the Baltic Fleet, in cooperation with the army, in 1941 defended the Hanko Peninsula, Tallinn, the Moonsund Islands, in 1941-1943 participated in the defense of Leningrad, in 1944-1945 took part in the defeat Nazi German troops near Leningrad, supported the offensive ground forces in the Baltics, East Prussia and Eastern Pomerania.

More than 110,000 Baltic sailors fought on the land fronts. BF forces landed 24 amphibious assault, 1205 warships, transports and auxiliary vessels were sunk, 2418 enemy aircraft were destroyed. Over 100 thousand Baltic people were awarded orders and medals, 137 people were awarded the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.

In 1946, the Baltic Fleet was divided into two fleets - the 4th and 8th, in December 1955 the fleet was restored to its previous structure.

Since the beginning of the 1950s, the successful development of new military equipment began in the Baltic, the fleet began to be replenished with missile ships, jet aircraft, its combat capabilities have increased dramatically. The ships of the Baltic Fleet began to perform combat missions in the North and Mediterranean Seas, the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.

For outstanding services to the Motherland, the Baltic Fleet was awarded two Orders of the Red Banner (1928, 1965).

In 1991, after the collapse of the USSR, the BF forces were withdrawn from naval bases on the territory of the Baltic republics and are included in the Kaliningrad special region, which is headed by the commander of the fleet.

The modern Baltic Fleet is a balanced multifunctional grouping of forces and troops, which includes surface and submarine forces, aviation and troops. air defense, coastal troops, as well as parts of the logistics.

The main tasks of the BF are: protection of the economic zone and areas of production activities, suppression of illegal production activities; ensuring the safety of navigation; implementation of foreign policy actions of the government in economically important areas of the World Ocean (visits, business visits, joint exercises, actions as part of peacekeeping forces, etc.).

The main bases are Baltiysk ( Kaliningrad region) and Kronstadt (Leningrad region).

According to the commander of the Baltic Fleet, Vice Admiral Alexander Nosatov, the Baltic Fleet can be called the most modern, according to ship crew, Russian fleet. In addition, which is not unimportant, the basing infrastructure is actively developing.

All parts of the Baltic Fleet belong to the category of constant readiness, they are in as soon as possible able to start performing tasks as intended.

Ships and support vessels of the Baltic Fleet solve problems in the interests of naval groupings of the Navy, the safety of international navigation, in the most remote areas of the oceans. The Baltic Fleet, being an outpost of Russia in Western region, provides stability military-political situation and state interests of the country.

The material was prepared on the basis of information from RIA Novosti and open sources

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It was celebrated for the first time in 1996, on next year after its official approval by order of the Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy. Why did this date become significant for those who served and serve, why on May 18 do they accept congratulations on the day of the Baltic Fleet?

Birthday of the Russian fleet

The prehistory of this holiday is as follows. Several centuries ago, on May 18, 1703, the military personnel of the flotilla, commanded by Peter the Great himself, unequal battle defeated the Swedes. 30 boats of the Preobrazhensky and Semyonovsky regiments literally cut off all the retreats of the Swedish ships Astrild and Gedan, blocking them at the mouth of the Neva River.

This momentous battle was historical chronicles as the first victory of Russia not in land, but in sea battle. And the birthday of the Russian fleet was rightfully appointed the day of May 18. Day of the Baltic Fleet of Russia - that's how it is called now. All participants in that battle for their unprecedented courage were awarded special awards from the sovereign, made according to his idea and plan. These medals were emblazoned with the inscription "Unprecedented happens."

Military victories of the Baltic Fleet

The merits of the Baltic Fleet to their Fatherland cannot be counted. It was thanks to the flotilla that our country managed to defeat the Swedes more than once in the battles of 1700-1721, belonging to the period of the Northern War. It was the Baltics who subsequently defended in naval battles with the Swedes the cities of Kronstadt and Gangut, did not give Sveaborg and Petersburg to the enemy. These feats of the Baltic Fleet date back to 1853-1856 - the period when the Swedes tried to completely oust Russia from the Baltic coast.

The heroic Baltic people also provided invaluable assistance to the USSR in the fight against Nazism. They participated in the defense of the hero city of Leningrad, in every possible way contributed to the land and air force The USSR in the battles for the Baltic territories, the lands of East Prussia. More than 1200 enemy ships were destroyed by the Baltic Fleet during the Great Patriotic War, several thousand enemy aircraft were shot down by naval aviation. Sailors also participated in land battles with the Nazi invaders.

But the Baltics became famous not only for military actions. May 18 - Baltic Fleet Day - is also a holiday of those who glorified our country with various geographical finds. 432 objects on the world map bear the names of their Baltic discoverers. It was they who became the first of the Russians who decided on world travel and just long voyages.

Such names and surnames as Ushakov, the great travelers Bering and Bellingshausen, the outstanding scientists Popov, Jacobi and others are widely known in the ranks of the Baltic heroes.

Honorary mission - to serve in the ranks of the Baltic Fleet

What is this most famous fleet today? The Baltic Fleet is an orderly and balanced grouping of troops and forces, which has both surface warships and submarines, and also includes naval aviation. On a special account - troops coastline and base of material and technical equipment. All these units are continuously, 24 hours a day, all year round, in a state of high combat readiness and are capable of repelling the most powerful enemy strike at any moment. The Baltic Fleet has everything for this: specially trained military personnel, powerful modern marine equipment, and experienced unit commanders.

It is no coincidence that in Russia great attention is given to the training and support of the Baltic Fleet. At one time, this brainchild of Peter the Great helped Russia gain the status of a strong maritime power. All subsequent rulers of our country continued the good undertaking of Peter 1. Thanks to the joint efforts, the Baltic Fleet is still considered one of the main resources in matters of ensuring security in the north-west of the Russian Federation.

Holiday of modern Russia

This day is traditionally festive events on all ships that belong to the Baltic Fleet. Navy flags are raised there early in the morning. Then there is usually a parade by noon. naval ships, which contains everything High Command fleet. Traditionally, the review is held in St. Petersburg.

Those ships that do not participate in the parade of warships receive congratulations from their senior leadership at the solemn formation.

How to congratulate someone who served in the ranks of the Baltic Fleet?

An excellent gift on the Day of the Baltic Fleet for someone who passed an urgent or contract service, any souvenir product with the appropriate symbols can become. You can give with the flag of the fleet, a pen, a flask for strong drinks. Gifts such as household items with color printing are gaining popularity. Type army photo the one you want to congratulate, on a beautiful coffee mug, on a T-shirt, on a decorative sofa cushion. Or depict on these objects something related to service in the ranks of the navy, it can be a warship, paraphernalia, or just beautiful inscription"I serve the Fatherland."

Everyone loves to receive gifts. Moreover, the gift may not be some specific thing, but simply an unexpected congratulations on the Day of the Baltic Fleet with warm and good wishes.

Several options for unusual congratulations:

1. Letter or postcard

In the era information technologies people have already lost the habit of traditional letters and postcards. But it's so nice to get a real letter or postcard in the mail. Even if the one you want to congratulate lives in the same house with you, you can send him a letter by Russian Post. Imagine how surprised he will be when he receives an envelope on a holiday. Such a gift will remind a man of the years of his service, when he himself wrote such letters to his home, parents or lover.

2. Playcast.

There are many services on the Internet where you can create a "live" postcard - playcast. Pleykast is beautiful selection photos, animations, combined with music. Here, both a photo of the congratulatory person and pictures from outside resources can be used. You can also choose the music of your choice. You just need to send the link to the finished playcast to the addressee. This can be done using any of the social networks used by the person you congratulate.

3. Holiday poster

If you love to draw, then this idea is just for you. Draw a congratulation on the Day of the Baltic Fleet on a large sheet of drawing paper. Print and stick pictures of warships building sailors in dress uniform. In a word, show your imagination.

Words worth saying

Any congratulation should not only come from the heart, but also be foldable and beautiful. If you verbally congratulate, you can formulate wishes in your own words. For example: Dear (father, husband, brother, etc.), I congratulate you on the Day of the Baltic Fleet. You are very strong and courageous, so I can boldly call you the master of storms and seas. It's not scary with you, because you can always protect. Stay like this in the future, and let you accompany good mood and luck in everything!»

If you like congratulations in verse, then try to compose it yourself so that it is as connected as possible with the name, age, occupation of the person you are congratulating.

And finally, if it is not possible to personally congratulate a person, write him an SMS. Brief and concise, but one that touches the depths of the soul.

May 18 is marked by the honoring of the Baltic Fleet under the navy of the Russian Federation. The holiday is celebrated every year as the day of the formation of the Baltic Fleet in Russia.
The date recognized in honor of this fleet was officially set on December 19th in 1995, according to the decree of the chief commander of the Russian Navy.

history of the holiday

The origins of the Baltic Fleet go back to the beginning of the 18th century and are associated with an important event in the history of Russia. May 18, 1703 marks the day when the fleet, which includes 30 boats, along with employees of the Preobrazhensky and Semenovsky regiments. Under the leadership of Peter I, they won the first success in hostilities, which was marked by the capture at the mouth of the Neva River of two warships Gedan and Astrild, which belonged to the Swedish state. This date is recognized as the founding date of the Baltic Fleet. Russian state. All participants in that battle were given special-purpose medals, on which “The Unprecedentable Happens” was engraved.

It should be noted that the origin and development of the Baltic Fleet is closely connected with St. Petersburg history. The construction of the city on the Neva River began after the last winning battle spring month. The year 1704 was marked by the beginning of the construction of the Admiralty shipyard in the city, which after some time became the center of shipbuilding production in the Russian Federation. From the time of their formation to the present day, the employees of the Baltic Fleet have been excellently fulfilling their mission, which is to protect the borders.

Russian state in the northwest.

The Baltic Fleet is famous for its exploits. So during the Great Northern War (1700-1721), the fleet's employees more than once defeated the Swedish fleet.
Crimean War(1853-1856) was marked for them by the valiant defense of the coastal zones of the Baltic, the failure of attempts to capture Kronstadt by the Swedish fleet, the prevention of the loss of Gangut, Sveaborg and St. Petersburg.
It should be noted that the Baltics showed heroic valor during the First World War and during the Great Patriotic War.

For example, during the First World War, the Baltic Fleet sank about a hundred enemy ships. And during the years of World War II, the Baltics destroyed five hundred and eighty-one ships military purpose and auxiliary, six hundred twenty-four vehicles, two thousand eighteen enemy air transport. The Baltics took part in heroic battle for Leningrad, in the offensive of the domestic Army in the Baltic states, on the territory of East Prussia and Pomerania.
For merits in combat operations, 173 servicemen received the title of Hero of the Soviet Union.
Subsequently, after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the main base centers of the fleet began to be located in Baltiysk (Kaliningrad region) and Kronstadt (Leningrad region).

At the present stage, the ships of the Baltic Fleet carry out tasks to protect borders on the waters mediterranean sea as an integral part of the inter-naval association of the Navy of the Russian Federation.

The Baltic Fleet was awarded two Orders of the Red Banner (1928 and 1965)
At the present stage, the Baltic Fleet is a kind of operational-strategic territorial association, which includes naval forces, naval aviation and air defense equipment, troops protecting the coastal zone, and departments responsible for operational and logistical support.
From the year two thousand to two thousand and ten Baltic ships were visited for business purposes over a hundred countries in various earthly continents. The Baltics have successfully participated in military exercises at the international level.

The 2000s were marked for the fleet by replenishment material base as modern ships who are armed and technical means the latest development. This replenishment was represented by the patrol ship "Yaroslav the Wise", the corvettes "Guarding" and "Savvy", "Boikiy", the same type of corvette "Stable".
In the 14-15th years of the 21st century, it is planned to equip a significant part of the ships of the fleet navigation aids newest generation. For example, the ships will be equipped with the latest Harakter-K hydrometeocomplexes, Alaska and Segment electronic cartographic navigation information systems, GKU-5 hydrocourse indicators, built-in Kama navigation and stabilization systems for small dimensions, and Kvitok ship receiver indicators. . In addition, the plans include the implementation of work aimed at modernizing the lags and magnetic compasses. In general, during the period from 2014 to 2015, it is planned to install more than thirty installations for navigational and marine purposes on Baltic ships.

According to the information, in July 2014, the installation of the Panthera Plus deep-sea submersible, which is capable of operating at a depth of up to 1 km in strong current conditions, began on board the KIL-926 Alexander Pushkin keelor ​​ship. And in early August of the same year, it was reported that this unit had already been put into operation.
Today, the base of the Baltic Fleet is the main base for training events for Navy Russian Federation, and together with the 1st Air Force and Air Defense Command, the military districts of Moscow and Leningrad, the Baltics became part of the Western Military District.
At the present stage, the Baltic Fleet performs a number of the following tasks:
Representing the interests of the Russian state within the borders of the Baltic Sea
Ensuring the protection of the zone of economic nature and the area of ​​industrial purpose, preventing the implementation of unlawful production actions
Shipping safety guarantee
Coordination of actions with other representative offices of the Navy of the Russian Federation, which are outside the boundaries assigned to the Baltic Fleet
Implementation of actions of a foreign policy nature on the territory of the regions of the World Ocean of geopolitical importance

The emergence of long-distance and round-the-world navigation is associated with the Baltic Fleet - world map contains four hundred and thirty two openings geographical plan, named after ninety-eight admirals and representatives officers BF.
In the city of Baltiysk this significant date they hold a parade of garrison troops, and the ships of the fleet are open to the public on this day. Often the date is celebrated on a grand scale, as is typical for military personnel. In addition, it is on this day that awards and preferences of the state level are presented.