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What holiday is celebrated on October 1 in Ukraine: calendar of events

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What is the holiday on October 1, 2024 in Ukraine. Source: freepik.com

October 1 is a day full of important holidays and historical events. Some of them are celebrated not only in Ukraine but also around the world.

This is the date when people remember spiritual, historical and cultural heritage, honor heroes and celebrate achievements in various fields. Read more about this in the OBOZ.UA article.

Intercession of the Holy Virgin

One of the most important Orthodox holidays, which is especially revered in Ukraine, is the Intercession of the Holy Virgin. It has a long tradition and originates from Byzantium, when, according to legend, during the siege of Constantinople, the Holy Virgin appeared in the Church of Vlachernae, covering the people with her shawl and protecting them from enemies. In the Orthodox tradition, the Intercession symbolizes the protection and intercession of the Mother of God, as well as a prayer for peace and tranquility.

In Ukraine, this holiday is especially revered, and its traditions are inextricably linked to the history of the Ukrainian Cossacks. The Cossacks believed that it was through Her intercession that they won victories in the struggle for independence.

Day of the Defenders of Ukraine

In addition to being a religious holiday, October 1 is also of great national importance - it is the day when Ukraine's defenders are honored. This holiday was established in 2014 and has become a symbol of gratitude to all those who defend Ukraine's independence and sovereignty.

Day of the Ukrainian Cossacks

Another national holiday celebrated on October 1 is the Day of the Ukrainian Cossacks. Interestingly, it is believed that the Ukrainian Insurgent Army was formed on Pokrova.

International Day of Older Persons

October 1 is also the International Day of Older Persons. The holiday aims to draw attention to the problems and challenges faced by older people around the world. The purpose of the holiday is to support and ensure an adequate standard of living for older people, as well as to promote their social integration.

Other holidays on October 1, 2024

  • International Music Day;
  • World Vegetarian Day;
  • World Coffee Day;
  • World Ballet Day;
  • Sausage Day;
  • World Postcard Day.

Significant events on October 1

2022 - Ukrainian troops liberated Lyman in Donetsk Oblast.

1985 - Israel carried out Operation Wooden Leg, an Israeli Air Force raid on the headquarters of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in Hammam Shott, near Tunisia.

1967 - Soviet television begins regular color broadcasts.

1960 - The first Zaporozhets car rolls off the assembly line. It was nicknamed the "humpbacked" car.

1949 - the People's Republic of China is proclaimed in Beijing.

1941 - A trilateral agreement on material assistance is signed between the United States, Great Britain, and the USSR.

1931 - Kharkiv Tractor Plant produced the first tractor.

1926 - The Kyiv Opera and Ballet Theater (National Opera of Ukraine) was opened.

1908 - Henry Ford introduced a new model of the Ford Lizzie car. Due to its low price ($850), durability and economy, it became the most popular car of the first quarter of the century.

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