Coalition: Slovaks in the SNP showed their courage to stand up to extremism – PRAVDA.sk

The Slovak National Uprising is an important historical milestone in which Slovaks have shown their courage to stand up to extremist ideology. As a result, we have become one of the victorious powers.

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29.08.2021 10:29, updated: 15:27

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Participants in the act of reverence on the occasion of the 77th anniversary of the Slovak National Uprising at the SNP memorial in Bratislava on August 26, 2021

On the occasion of the 77th anniversary of the outbreak of the Uprising, representatives of the coalition parties stated this. They reminded that we must not forget the legacy of the Uprising and its participants.

“The Slovak National Uprising is for us a strong memento of the desire to stand up to evil and totalitarianism. It is our moral duty to commemorate those who did not hesitate to die for freedom, “said Anna Zemanová, chairwoman of the SaS parliamentary group.

Video: SNP celebrations in Banská Bystrica.

She added that this message is even more relevant today, given the statements of some politicians who, according to her, despise this holiday and openly glorify fascism. “Their rhetoric and distortion of history is dangerous. It is difficult to fight for freedom, so let us no longer allow us to lose it, “she added.

According to the OĽaNO movement, the inhabitants of Slovakia in the SNP have shown their extraordinary courage and moral strength to oppose extremist ideology. “Thanks to the heroism of soldiers and partisans, as well as the dedication of ordinary citizens in the insurgent territory, Slovakia could proudly stand on the side of the winners at the end of the war,” said Peter Dojčan from the OĽaNO media team.

“It is important that we commemorate this day, because it is one of the most important milestones in our modern history,” the We Are Family movement reminded, with Slovaks and other nations succeeding in rising up against hatred, violence and racism through their dedication and heroism. “It was further proof that if we unite, we will achieve higher goals,” they said from the movement’s press department.

Video: Stanislav Mičev on SNP celebrations.

The People’s Party reminded us that, thanks to courageous Slovaks and Slovaks, we have become one of the victorious powers that have defeated Nazism. “It is our duty to lead new generations so that a similar perverted ideology never happens again. We owe our freedom to all those people who did not hesitate and defend their country. Therefore, not only during the commemorative festivities, but throughout the year, we must realize that freedom and peace are not a matter of course, “the party stated.

The Ministry of Defense registers a total of 315 living SNP participants

The Ministry of Defense of the Slovak Republic (MO SR) registers a total of 315 living participants in the Slovak National Uprising. Of these, 45 people have been granted war veteran status upon request. Martina Kovaľ Kakaščíková, a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Defense, informed about it in a press release.

She added that the heroic legacy of SNP fighters was also commemorated today in Banská Bystrica by the highest representatives of the Ministry of Defense – Minister of Defense Jaroslav Naď, State Secretary Marian Majer and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic Daniel Zmeko. The SNP also commemorated the 77th anniversary of the silent laying of wreaths in the village of Žemberovce (Levice district).

He noted that in the Slovak and European history of anti-fascist resistance, the SNP is written as an important and unmissable historical fact. “Today is a memento of heroism, courage and fearlessness – these are the concepts that best describe our heroes and their actions during the national struggle for liberation. Honor their memory, “he said. At the same time, he paid tribute to all those who lost their lives in the battles of World War II.

Kovaľ Kakaščíková clarified that the headquarters of the 1st MS was located in Banská Bystrica. army in Slovakia. The task was to defend the insurgent territory, which had a population of about 1.7 million and spread over an area of 20 thousand square kilometers, until the arrival of the Soviet Red Army.

“During the second month of fighting, the insurgent armed forces reached a total of about 77,500 people. Despite the military defeat in October 1944, there was no complete destruction or capitulation or the end of the organized armed resistance, “she said.

The partisan way of fighting continued until the final liberation of Slovakia. According to the Ministry of Defense, the Slovak nation became one of the progressive democratic forces of the anti-Hitler coalition through an armed anti-fascist appearance in the SNP.

He also won decisive preconditions for the creation of a new, own democratic statehood, laid the foundations of a new national and state idea based on the traditions of anti-fascism, democratism and humanism.

The Ministry of Defense registers a total of 315 living SNP participants

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