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Congratulatory Address by President Sargsyan on the occasion of the
20th anniversary of the creation of the Armed Forces of Armenia
28.01.2012 11:56
Dear Compatriots,
Generals, officers, soldiers,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I cordially congratulate you on the occasion of the 20th anniversary
of the creation of the Armed Forces of Armenia.
After losing independent statehood, the Armenian nation brought forth
many warriors, but was not blessed with having its own army. The
Armenian soldiers, officers and generals brought glory to different
countries through their personal valor and dedication, but our
nation's sons were deprived of the opportunity to defend jointly
interests of the Motherland and rights of the fellow citizens.
Twenty years ago, we turned the wheel of history. It that critical
time, our nation reinstated its independent statehood and took total
responsibility for the protection of its rights and national
interests. At the moment of that historic rise, the creation of the
Armenian army was one of the most momentous achievements.
There was an imperative to thwart the imminent danger of a genocide
looming over the Armenian people and, particularly, over the Armenians
of Artsakh. That vital episode of the army creation was necessitated
by the time itself.
Our cause was just, and we were ready for confrontation. We knew that
we alone could protect our right to live. However, we also fully
realized that that right and justice were our strength and resolve.
Volunteers, who rose against intolerance, hostility and blind hatred,
became the core of the Armenian regular army. At the moment of
national awakening, many of those volunteers sacrificed their lives on
the altar of the Motherland's defense and security.
Eternal glory to them, reverence and admiration to their memory.
Generals, officers, soldiers,
Anniversary of our Army is your professional holiday. Choosing this
profession, you have assumed responsibility towards your
contemporaries and future generations. But at the same time, you have
chosen Vardan Mamikonian's and Hovhannes Baghramian's path, which
means that your accomplishments will be measured by the standards set
by them. I have no doubt that every military serviceman in the
Republic of Armenia, regardless of his or her duty station and
position, realizes that historic responsibility.
Let's recall that at the beginning we were counting arms and even
bullets, while today we have an impressive level of weaponry. We have
dug trenches meter by meter, hundreds of kilometers of military
fortifications; we have constructed thousands of apartments for the
servicemen and a respectable building for the Ministry of Defense. We
have created a military-industrial complex and created a worthy image
of the army. We have done all this together, the entire nation. And
continue to do it through our work, through our trust in our army and
exceptional warmth towards it.
It's hard to tell in a couple of words everything that has been done
in twenty years. The military parade dedicated to the 20th anniversary
of the reinstated Armenian independence and the ceasefire, which is
being preserved since 1994, are the most precise report and test held
before the people of Armenia and the entire Armenian nation.
The Armed Forced of the Republic of Armenia are among the most
important guarantees of the preservation of the balance, hence of the
peace and security in our region. Today, our troops guard Armenia's
peace and tranquility; at the same time they are engaged in the
international peace-keeping missions, where they have manifested their
best qualities and multiplied their reputation of the disciplined and
brave soldiers.
I once again congratulate us all on the occasion of this glorious
holiday. I wish that peace always reign in our country and the region,
and our people continue their creative work for the benefit of
Armenia's empowerment and advancement.
Glory to the Armed Forces of Armenia!
Long live the Republic of Armenia!
20th anniversary of the creation of the Armed Forces of Armenia
28.01.2012 11:56
Dear Compatriots,
Generals, officers, soldiers,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I cordially congratulate you on the occasion of the 20th anniversary
of the creation of the Armed Forces of Armenia.
After losing independent statehood, the Armenian nation brought forth
many warriors, but was not blessed with having its own army. The
Armenian soldiers, officers and generals brought glory to different
countries through their personal valor and dedication, but our
nation's sons were deprived of the opportunity to defend jointly
interests of the Motherland and rights of the fellow citizens.
Twenty years ago, we turned the wheel of history. It that critical
time, our nation reinstated its independent statehood and took total
responsibility for the protection of its rights and national
interests. At the moment of that historic rise, the creation of the
Armenian army was one of the most momentous achievements.
There was an imperative to thwart the imminent danger of a genocide
looming over the Armenian people and, particularly, over the Armenians
of Artsakh. That vital episode of the army creation was necessitated
by the time itself.
Our cause was just, and we were ready for confrontation. We knew that
we alone could protect our right to live. However, we also fully
realized that that right and justice were our strength and resolve.
Volunteers, who rose against intolerance, hostility and blind hatred,
became the core of the Armenian regular army. At the moment of
national awakening, many of those volunteers sacrificed their lives on
the altar of the Motherland's defense and security.
Eternal glory to them, reverence and admiration to their memory.
Generals, officers, soldiers,
Anniversary of our Army is your professional holiday. Choosing this
profession, you have assumed responsibility towards your
contemporaries and future generations. But at the same time, you have
chosen Vardan Mamikonian's and Hovhannes Baghramian's path, which
means that your accomplishments will be measured by the standards set
by them. I have no doubt that every military serviceman in the
Republic of Armenia, regardless of his or her duty station and
position, realizes that historic responsibility.
Let's recall that at the beginning we were counting arms and even
bullets, while today we have an impressive level of weaponry. We have
dug trenches meter by meter, hundreds of kilometers of military
fortifications; we have constructed thousands of apartments for the
servicemen and a respectable building for the Ministry of Defense. We
have created a military-industrial complex and created a worthy image
of the army. We have done all this together, the entire nation. And
continue to do it through our work, through our trust in our army and
exceptional warmth towards it.
It's hard to tell in a couple of words everything that has been done
in twenty years. The military parade dedicated to the 20th anniversary
of the reinstated Armenian independence and the ceasefire, which is
being preserved since 1994, are the most precise report and test held
before the people of Armenia and the entire Armenian nation.
The Armed Forced of the Republic of Armenia are among the most
important guarantees of the preservation of the balance, hence of the
peace and security in our region. Today, our troops guard Armenia's
peace and tranquility; at the same time they are engaged in the
international peace-keeping missions, where they have manifested their
best qualities and multiplied their reputation of the disciplined and
brave soldiers.
I once again congratulate us all on the occasion of this glorious
holiday. I wish that peace always reign in our country and the region,
and our people continue their creative work for the benefit of
Armenia's empowerment and advancement.
Glory to the Armed Forces of Armenia!
Long live the Republic of Armenia!