What day is it?

It is difficult to overestimate the importance of the army. That is why during the year we often meet military holidays. War is terrible in all its manifestations. That is why such commemorative days are introduced as a sign of thanks and honoring soldiers. Just imagine that 60-70% of the main firepower consists of missile and artillery troops. They have proven their effectiveness more than once in action, including during the Russian aggression in the east of the country – near Maryinka and Debaltseve, Mariupol and Shchasti. The Day of Missile Troops and Artillery of Ukraine is celebrated on November 3 according to the Presidential Decree of October 31, 1997 year

How did the idea to celebrate the Day of Missile Troops and Artillery of Ukraine come about?

The events of the Second World War became a prerequisite for establishing this day. Namely, the beginning of the operation to liberate Kyiv. During the operation, a firing technique was used that had not been used before.

On that day, in incredibly difficult conditions, the artillery managed to secure a fateful breakthrough. The fire of the first breakthrough raged continuously for forty minutes, thus creating a zone of continuous fire.

At the cost of numerous losses, the capital was freed from the invaders, but the importance of the first breakthrough remained unchanged. In order to honor the gunners and rocket launchers, who were not afraid to risk their lives and went to any lengths for victory, a holiday was appointed in their honor.

Every year, the Day of Missile and Artillery Forces in Ukraine is celebrated on November 3.

The Day of Missile Troops and Artillery of Ukraine in History

• 1917-1921

  During the Ukrainian Revolution, Roman Dashkevich organized a gun battery of Sich riflemen and provided the soldiers with uniforms, krisas and machine guns at his own expense.
• 1960

  Units of missile forces are beginning to form on the territory of Ukraine.
• 1962

  The USSR and the USA are on the brink of nuclear war. On October 27, the USSR was ready to launch a missile-nuclear strike. The conflict was resolved.
• 1964
  November 17

  The USSR declared November 19 the holiday of missile and artillery troops.
• 1988-1991

  All short- and medium-range missiles were eliminated.
• 1997
  October 31

  The President of Ukraine declared November 3 the Day of Missile and Artillery Forces of Ukraine.

Frequent Questions and answers on the Day of Missile Troops and Artillery of Ukraine

How to celebrate the Day of Missile and Artillery Forces of Ukraine?

1. Every year, local authorities organize concerts, where they are congratulated and honored with medals and diplomas of the military.
2. Participants in hostilities are invited to schools and universities for educational and instructive lectures. During such lectures, children learn firsthand about the duties of the military.
3. You can organize a meeting of veterans or military personnel who were together at the front.

Why is this day important?

Celebrating and talking about the Day of Missile and Artillery Forces, we honor the memory of the fallen for the sake of the future, we show how important they are to us.

Feeling support not only at the family level, but also at the state level, our soldiers will be filled with a patriotic mood. In turn, this will give new strength and the desire to defend and protect our state.

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