The article identifies the main aspects of the formation of the historical memory of the population of Russian society in the context of the implementation of the state policy of historical education. The authors note that historical memory acts as an important factor in ensuring spiritual and cultural sovereignty, the formation of values and attitudes of a patriotic nature, civil and national identity. An analysis of the results of sociological research confirms that the historical memory of a significant part of Russian citizens is fragmented, the majority of the population does not have systematic historical knowledge, and their ideas about the country’s past are superficial. At the same time, the public’s demand for patriotic coverage of history is increasing, as evidenced by in-depth interviews with teachers from new regions of Russia. A purposeful state policy is needed to form and preserve historical memory. It is about creating and promoting channels for the dissemination of scientifically based and reliable information about historical events. This provides for the creation of a system of information products designed to help increase the level of historical literacy and awareness of the population about the country’s past. The National Center for Historical Memory under the President of the Russian Federation can play an important role in the state policy of historical memory, preservation and protection of traditional Russian values.

The article identifies the main aspects of the formation of the historical memory of the population of Russian society in the context of the implementation of the state policy of historical education. The authors note that historical memory acts as an important factor in ensuring spiritual and cultural sovereignty, the formation of values and attitudes of a patriotic nature, civil and national identity. An analysis of the results of sociological research confirms that the historical memory of a significant part of Russian citizens is fragmented, the majority of the population does not have systematic historical knowledge, and their ideas about the country’s past are superficial. At the same time, the public’s demand for patriotic coverage of history is increasing, as evidenced by in-depth interviews with teachers from new regions of Russia. A purposeful state policy is needed to form and preserve historical memory. It is about creating and promoting channels for the dissemination of scientifically based and reliable information about historical events. This provides for the creation of a system of information products designed to help increase the level of historical literacy and awareness of the population about the country’s past. The National Center for Historical Memory under the President of the Russian Federation can play an important role in the state policy of historical memory, preservation and protection of traditional Russian values.