Aleksey Fominykh is a famous Vyatka local historian, historian, and journalist. His next book contains historical miniatures dedicated to the military history of Russia. Vivid observations, previously unknown historical events, personal experience of working with artifacts - all this is intertwined with the history of the author’s family. The book is undoubtedly of interest both to readers interested in the military history of Russia, as well as to older schoolchildren, teachers and students. And the author’s idea that family history is the main history of our Motherland, Russia, will be close and understandable to readers, regardless of age and place of residence.