Defence Minister Mihai Fifor sent a message on Thursday, May 17, Heroes Day, underlining that modern Romania was achieved through the sacrifice of generations of heroes who defended the nation's ideals at the expense of their life.
The Ministry of National Defence is organising today military and religious ceremonies dedicated to Heroes Day in all major garrisons of the country.
This year, Heroes Day coincides with the 95th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - a symbol of sacrifice and gratitude for the making of Greater Romania, in Carol I Park in Bucharest.
Under Law 379/2003 on graves and war memorial, Ascension of Jesus Christ Day was proclaimed the Heroes Day as a national holiday of the Romanian people.