On the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the country from the German-fascist invaders, Belarus celebrated the main state holiday - Independence Day. All these years, we continue to honor and preserve the memory of the feat of our ancestors. This is a great unifying force for all Belarusians and teaches us to value life, peace and freedom. Events dedicated to Independence Day and the 80th anniversary of liberation from the Nazi invaders were held across the country.
In Stolin, the festive events began with a traditional procession, in which more than three thousand people - residents and guests of the city - took part. It was held on a truly grand scale – representatives of all village councils of the district, students of schools and sports departments, representatives of enterprises, organizations and institutions of the city walked along the central Sovietka Street. A theatrical rally "A feat in the name of liberation" was also held on the street, with the passage of vehicles - thematically decorated cars that demonstrated episodes of the Great Patriotic War on the territory of Belarus. At the end of the procession, representatives of the government and the public laid flowers at the mass grave of those who died during the Great Patriotic War.
The chairman of the Stolina District Executive Committee, Ryhor Pratosavitsky, addressed the participants of the event with a festive speech.
- The history of Belarusian statehood has always been difficult. Belarusians went through wars, selfless feats and great work to their independence. And today we treat the historical memory of each era very sparingly, - noted the head of the district. - 80 years of peaceful life on the land of Belarus. But its inhabitants always remember and honor the names of those who had the opportunity to live and create today. Our main task is to preserve this sacred memory and not allow history to be rewritten. We will talk and remember it always!
Hryhor Vasilievich noticed that eras change, the pace of life accelerates, but the vital value of any state remains unchanged - the patriotism of its citizens, which begins with love for one's homeland, with pride for one's family, the city and the people who live nearby.
During the years of independence, Belarus has been steadily developing in industry and agriculture, social and scientific spheres, foreign policy and defense. Every year, the level and quality of life of the population increases. We have a great value – peace and harmony in our home. And we got them very expensively. Therefore, Republic Day is a holiday for those who understand our common values: pride for the country, the desire to work for its prosperity and love for the native land.
It has already become a good tradition to celebrate another holiday on Independence Day - Stolina City Day.
The chairman of the district executive committee, Ryhor Pratasavitsky, addressed the citizens and guests from the festive stage:
- The city has its own face, its own color and features. Stolin grows and develops - it is clean and cozy, pleases with flowers and beautiful compositions-talismans, which every organization has. But the most important thing is its wealth and honor – you, its inhabitants. You have always been distinguished by great professionalism, hard work and responsibility. You built this city with your own hands, breathed into it the spirit of enthusiasm and optimism.
The head of the district expressed his gratitude to all concerned residents, workers, private entrepreneurs and public organizations.
- We have done a lot, but we have even more plans. Because for the hardworking citizens of Stalingrad, work is a way of life, and difficulties are an incentive to move forward. And our motto clearly defines our position - "Devotion to the Motherland is an honor for a Poleshik", - emphasized Ryhor Vasilievich.
During the celebrations, the anthem of the Stolin district was played from the festive stage, if you can say so. The debut of the song "Stolin Region" took place. Words by the young poet Ivan Liashkevich, music by Fyodor Vaytsyakhouski. Natalya Pratasavitskaya and Iryna Shulzhik, soloists of the Honored Instrumental Ensemble "Bryz", performed a song.
River
Square of 40 years of Victory.
The right to raise the national flag of the Republic of Belarus was awarded to internationalist warrior Uladzimir Karpovich and serviceman of the border commandant "Rechytsa" Aleksey Voloshka.
The members of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of the Republic of Belarus Alexander Vyachorka, the chairman of the Rechitsk village council Andrey Damashchuk, the abbot of the Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin Pavel Dabrynets congratulated those present. They addressed the most difficult and heroic period in the life of the people, spoke about the feat of our liberators and the peace, compassion, love and devotion of Belarusians to their land.
- For 80 years, gathering near such holy places, we think about the future of our children and understand our responsibility to not allow the tragedy of the people to repeat itself, - stressed Alexander Nikolayevich. - We live in difficult times: economic sanctions, information blockade and attacks, military actions... But as long as we are together, we will not allow our land to experience what happened here 80 years ago.
Representatives of organizations, institutions and enterprises laid flowers and wreaths at the mass grave of the liberators of Rechitsa, honored their memory with a moment of silence.
The presenters emphasized that Independence Day is a day to honor the memory of those who defended our independence, who showed a vivid example of heroism and left an unforgettable mark in our hearts. We love our country and protect our freedom. We are proud of our people, our independence, because, despite all life's trials, nothing has made us cruel and indifferent, and far beyond the borders of our country, the Belarusian people are famous for hard work and honesty, courtesy and hospitality, kindness and singing.
During the event, songs and dances were performed by local artists, and improvised stage compositions unfolded.
David-Gorodok
On the eve of Independence Day and the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Republic of Belarus from the Nazi invaders in
A rally was held in Davyd-Gorodka at the monument in honor of fallen soldiers and civilians.
–Today we live in a free country, but our independence is not an inheritance granted forever. It must be protected as the most valuable thing the Belarusian people have. That is why every time we remember all those who fought for a peaceful sky for us. Over 80 years of peace, generations of heirs of the victors have grown up, who must preserve the historical memory of the Great Patriotic War, not leave a single dead soldier in oblivion, and pay tribute of gratitude for the heroic feat to all veterans of the war and the labor front who have passed on to another world, noted the chairman of the city executive committee Vyacheslav Stadnik.
After a minute of silence, wreaths were laid at the foot of the monument to fallen soldiers from representatives of the city’s labor collectives.
Student of secondary school No. 1 Nicole Leshkevich performed the song “Cornflower Blue Sky.”
“Let there always be a clear, peaceful sky over our native Belarus, peace in the hearts of people, let peace and harmony reign in our homes,” presenter Anna Penchik concluded the solemn meeting with these words.
Belarus is the name of victory
Under this name, July 2 in ag. Olshany held a meeting dedicated to the main national holiday and the 80th
anniversary of the liberation from the Nazi invaders, which was attended by the chairman of the regional trade union organization of agricultural workers, Vladimir Semenyuk.
“Our people fought to the death and accomplished the seemingly impossible - they put an end to the atrocities of Nazism. Thanks to the heroism and dedication of people, new plants and factories were restored and built in a short time, agricultural enterprises were organized, and social facilities were built. For 80 years the Belarusian people have lived and worked under a peaceful sky. The opportunity to breathe freedom, raise children and enjoy every new day was given to us by the feat of arms of our fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers.
Residents of the agricultural town also received congratulations on this day from the deputy chairman of the Olshansky Executive Committee, Mikhail Pivovarevich. In his speech, he noted that it was on July 3 that the capital of Belarus was liberated. And the red flag once again soared into the sky over the city of Minsk. This day became the starting point of the independence of our country, a symbol of freedom and peace.
After the speeches, the rally participants laid flowers at the monument to the soldiers who died during the Great Patriotic War.
The event ended with a minute of silence in memory of everyone, thanks to whom we live today in a quiet and peaceful country.
