Chernivtsi paid tribute to the Heroes of Kruty
On the occasion of the 99th anniversary of the battle of Kruty in the Central square of Chernivtsi near the monument to Taras Shevchenko held a solemn commemorative event. To honor the memory of students and high school students who gave their lives for Ukraine's Independence, was attended by representatives of the regional and city authorities, clergy, community activists, military personnel, students and students. "Young men who entered an unequal battle with the enemy at the railway station, became a legend for future fighters for Independence – said Chernivtsi mayor Alex Kaspruk. – their heroism was delayed the enemy's advance on Kiev, and also achieved the international recognition of the Ukrainian national Republic in the negotiations in Brest. We remember this great feat, the fight for the independence of Ukraine continues. For us, good for us the victory!" The audience put the word "Cool" and the coat of arms of Ukraine from the lit candles, and prayed for the Heroes together with the clergy of various religious denominations. The students of the educational complex "Leader" and gymnasium ¹5 recited Patriotic verses and sang songs, Chernivtsi national vocal ensemble "Marichka" played the song "don't shoot my son." The event ended with a joint performance of the Anthem of Ukraine. This was reported in the Chernivtsi city CouncilÏåðåâåäåíî ñåðâèñîì "ßíäåêñ.Ïåðåâîä÷èê": translate.yandex.ru.
Source: http://uzinform.com.ua/
