selection of photos and greetings from the front

For the 11th year Ukrainians celebrate Easter Not only in churches or their homes, but also at the front.

The fighters taste the Passover, and the military chaplains consecrate Easter baskets and pray with their brothers.

With special symbolism to the celebration of Easter this year approached the military The 15th Separate Brigade of Artillery Intelligence « Black Forest ».

Military Played Photos of the UPA rebels in 1944, taken during the celebration of Easter in the forest.

« We have long come to the idea of ​​communicating to the past and combining the modern struggle of the UPA. We are those who are continuing their struggle today. And no matter how time or military uniforms have changed, the essence of one is to fight for independent Ukraine. »

The soldiers recalled that on Easter in 1943, the UPA for the first time « oath of the UPA soldier ». The religious slogan « Christ is Risen – Truly Risen! » In those years, it became patriotic content, transforming into « Christ Risen – Risen Ukraine! »

And the underground Easter services in the forests that the priests tried to invite, was often conducted by the field commander because of the risk of the NKVD raid.

« Easter for the Guard was a symbol of the beginning of the new year of struggle and a particularly important period after often difficult and hungry wintering in hiding places »– they remind in the team.

By the way, the name « Black Forest » is not accidental, but inspired by the memory of the tactical shade of UPA №22 (Stanislavsky) « Black Forest ».

Warriors of a separate assault battalion « Aye «  Ukrainian Volunteer Army also Conducted Easter rituals – confession, peacekeeping, sanctification of belts.

« Even in battle, among trenches and silence in front of the storm, warriors are looking not only to victories – but also in peace.

This Easter was a reminder: we are fighting not only for the earth – we are fighting for light. And light always finds the way to every heart, even on the front « , – they say in the unit.

The 10th Separate Mountain Stock Brigade « Edelweiss » She celebrated Easter on the line of fighting, but still found time to comply with Easter traditions.

This year one of the warriors Created Special front Easter eggsHaving portrayed three characters on it: a wreath – a wish of well -being; arrows – an ancient symbol of victory; And Edelweiss Flower is a symbol of the brigade.

IN 95th Separate Airborne Assault Polissya Brigade Easter met on positions.

« Easter is not just a holiday for us. It’s a reminder that light always wins darkness. Just as Ukraine will surely win this war.

Our warriors meet this holiday in combat positions, under the wind of the front, with faith in the heart, with love for their native land and care for each of you. In these holidays of Easter, millions of Ukrainians fight in unison with those who protect our freedom, «  – writes the brigade.

Fighters The 3rd Separate assault brigade shared Easter photos are right from trenches.

« The Easter Eastern brought from afar is not just the taste of childhood or the memory of the house. It’s a gesture of love. It’s a rear that holds. We feel your support in every piece, in every word, in every gesture that comes from home.

Easter in the war is a holiday not only in honor of the victory of life, but also as a symbol of our indomitability. We keep the front because we know that for us is the love, faith and unbreakable spirit of those who are waiting for us « – the brigade wrote.

Military 40th Separate Coast Guard Brigade also showed Photo on celebration.

« Today, the soldiers of 40 coastal guards meet Easter with faith in God’s blessing, peace and future of Ukraine. Where every day is a battle for life and freedom, their spirit remains unbreakable, » – The brigade’s post says.

Ukrainian Christians greeted and units National Police of Ukrainewhich are on the front – « rage », Cord, « predator », shooting battalions.

« Today we keep the line of defense and stand for everyone to protect baby laughter, Easter candles are burning in your homes and peaceful. We fight for a peaceful future and for Ukraine, which will never obey the enemy. We are a strong, free and unconvented nation that will certainly win »– the defenders wrote.

AND State Border Service of Ukraine She reminded: Easter is not only a holiday, but also time to remember those who are gone.

« May the Lord bless our country and the people! And also gives strength to overcome all the troubles. Let us pray for everyone who fights for our peace on Easter and all the next days. Remember those heroes who went into eternity. Christ is risen! » – the border guards added.

We will remind, last year the defenders of Ukraine as well showed Ukrainians « combat » Easter eggs, Easter eggs and « surprises » for the invaders.