Defenders Day (Ukraine)
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Defenders Day[6] is a public holiday[7] in Ukraine celebrated annually on 1 October.[8] The holiday honors veterans and fallen members of the Ukrainian armed forces.[9][10] Its first celebration was in 2015.[8][11][12]
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Defenders Day | |
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Official name | День захисників та захисниць України[1] |
Observed by | Ukrainians |
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Celebrations | Concerts, expos, military parades, marches and festivals[3][4][5] |
Date | 1 October |
Next time | 1 October 2024 (2024-10-01) |
Frequency | Annual |
First time | 2015 |
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