Three Ukrainians who spent their formative years in occupied Crimea have revealed a systematic effort by Russia to train them as future soldiers. These individuals describe mandatory school classes focused on weapons handling and military preparedness, indicating a larger pattern of indoctrination. This training began during their childhoods under Russian occupation, aiming to integrate them into Russia’s military apparatus. The accounts highlight concerns raised internationally regarding Russia’s manipulation of children within occupied territories. The testimonies illuminate how Russia actively prepared these Ukrainians to potentially fight against their own country. This deliberate upbringing underscores the Kremlin's long-term strategy in Crimea and its implications for the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.