«In honor of unity»! Participation of employees of the Zonal State Archives in Molodechno in a ceremonial event on National Unity Day

On September 17, employees of the Zonal State Archives took part in a ceremonial event «In honor of unity». It was held in the Palace of Culture of Molodechno. The event brought together representatives of various associations, organizations and institutions to celebrate the importance of cohesion and unity.

The festive atmosphere, performances by creative groups and the exchange of experience between the participants made this event memorable and inspiring. Archivists noted that such events help strengthen ties between generations and increase interest in the history of the region, are an important contribution to the preservation of historical memory and traditions, and demonstrate the desire of Belarusians to always live in independence, peace and harmony.

Reference: On August 23, 1939, a non-aggression pact was concluded between Germany and the Soviet Union.

On September 1, 1939, Nazi Germany invaded Poland, unleashing World War II. The population of Western Belarus was under threat of German occupation. And then the Soviet government decided to take it under protection.

On September 17, 1939, the Red Army advanced to meet the German troops. The troops crossed the Polish border and entered the territory of Western Belarus and Ukraine.

It was this date that became historical due to the reunification of Western Belarus and Soviet Belarus as part of the BSSR. andThe holiday was celebrated on this day until 1949, and then became a «figure of silence» with an eye on socialist Poland.

On September 17, 2021, Belarus celebrated the holiday of National Unity Day for the first time.

1. Director of the institution «Zonal State Archive in Molodechno» Pudakevich I.Z., Deputy Director Shilko T.V. and Head of the Department for Ensuring the Safety of Documents, State Registration and NSA Dvoretskaya O.N.

2. During the performance of the artists.

3. Participants of the concert.