Pursuits
Scene in D.C.: Russian Pepsi, Arab Art, Legislator Dance
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Guests were transported to 1812 last night at the Russian Embassy. Tchaikovsky’s overture echoed down the red carpet leading to where Napoleon Bonaparte awaited arrivals.
“1812 Gala: The Anthem, The Overture, and Salute to Diplomacy” was hosted by the American-Russian Cultural Cooperation Foundation, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The foundation honored former PepsiCo Inc. Chairman and Chief Executive Donald Kendall, who introduced Pepsi Cola to Russians more than 50 years ago.