The Day of Defenders and Defendresses of Ukraine is inextricably linked with the development of the Ukrainian army and military traditions. Modern warriors multiply them, respect military brotherhood and mutual aid, bow their heads before the dead, and congratulate the heroism of the living.

The history of the Ukrainian army is a heroic chronicle, each page of which is full of victories of different generations of defenders of the native land. They formed a special character and image of modern defenders of Ukraine. Their leading traits are patriotism and despair, courage and honor. With high responsibility, determination, and indomitable fighting spirit, today's heroes have proved to the whole world that Ukrainians are an indomitable nation capable of defending their freedom and independence.

The history of this holiday has a long tradition. The Intercession of the Blessed Virgin was celebrated by the Cossacks, for which the holiday was renamed the Cossack Intercession. The Ukrainian army of 1917–1921 preserved the Cossack military traditions in the names of military units, structure, flags, uniforms, and so on. October 14, 1942, is a symbolic day for the creation of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army.

We sincerely congratulate the defenders of Ukraine on the holiday, we wish you good health and confidence in the bright future of our state!