Vyshyvanka Day: The History, Meaning and Symbolism of Ukraine’s Embroidered Shirts
As Ukraine again fights not only for territory but for its culture and existence, the vyshyvanka has become one of the strongest symbols of resistance in the world.
Learn all about the history, symbolism & global rise of Ukraine’s embroidered heritage in my latest article on ineukraine.com
165 days. Two men. One unbreakable bond.
Oleksandr Aliksyeyenko and Oleksandr Tishayev held their position near Orikhiv for nearly half a year — under constant russian fire, without rest, without retreat.
Even after more than 30 failed attempts to replace them, they stayed.
For their courage, they’ll now receive Ukraine’s highest military honor — the Cross of Combat Merit.
🇺🇦 True heroes of Ukraine.
👇🏼Read their story👇🏼
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