A Woman’s Tribute at the Cemetery: Remembering Ukraine’s Fallen Heroes

In a poignant and emotional moment, a woman stands at a cemetery in Ukraine, reflecting on the fallen soldiers who have lost their lives defending the country. Her words, filled with grief and pride, paint a vivid picture of the sacrifices made by Ukrainian servicemen and women since the full-scale invasion began.

She begins by describing the cemetery’s transformation over time: “At the start of the full-scale invasion, there were three rows, three rows of buried heroes. And now… our flags, I think, can probably be seen from space. We have two blocks like this now.” The cemetery, one of the largest in Ukraine, has become a symbol of the nation’s resilience and the heavy cost of war.

The woman’s voice trembles as she speaks about the fallen, referring to them as the “flower of the nation.” She struggles to find words to express her emotions: “There are no words when you stand here, near our boys and girls. There’s a lump in your throat, and no words. You look at these faces, at these portraits, and it’s… it’s the flower of the nation.”

She also highlights the resilience of Kharkiv, a city that has endured relentless attacks but continues to stand strong. “Kharkiv feels this. Kharkiv lives, Kharkiv fights, Kharkiv stands, Kharkiv is held together by concrete. But the price… I want people to remember who made it possible for the city to live.”

Her tribute serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and the bravery of those who have given their lives for Ukraine’s freedom. It also underscores the importance of remembering and honoring their sacrifices, ensuring that their legacy lives on.

Key Takeaways:

• A woman pays tribute to fallen Ukrainian soldiers at a cemetery.
• The cemetery has grown significantly since the full-scale invasion, with two blocks now dedicated to the fallen.
• She describes the fallen as the “flower of the nation” and struggles to find words to express her grief.
• Kharkiv, a city heavily impacted by the war, is praised for its resilience and strength.
• Her words emphasize the importance of remembering those who sacrificed their lives for Ukraine’s survival.

This emotional tribute is a testament to the courage and sacrifice of Ukraine’s defenders, as well as the enduring spirit of its people. It serves as a call to honor their memory and ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten.

Transcription of the video translated into English:

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At the time of the full-scale invasion, there were three rows, three rows of buried heroes.

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Now, come on…

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Our flags, Well, I think that, apparently, from space you can see such, such two blocks we have.

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Our Olya Slava, she is one of the greatest in Ukraine.

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She’s bloody, too.

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There are no words just that when you stand here, near our guys, girls, there is a lump here, and there are no words.

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You look at these faces, these portraits, the price, the color of the nation.

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And Kharkiv feels it. Kharkiv lives, Kharkiv fights, Kharkiv stands, Kharkiv was taken for concrete.

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But the price… I want you to remember who he lives thanks to.

Transcription of the video in Ukrainian:

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На момент полномасштабного вторжения было три ряда, три ряда захороненных героев.

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А сейчас, ну…

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Наши прапори, ну, я думаю, что, мабуть, с космоса видно такое, такие два квартала у нас.

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Наша Олея слава, она одна из наибольших в Украине.

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Она кровавая, тоже.

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Немає слів просто, что, когда стоишь тут, біля наших ребят, девочек, комок вот тут, и слів немає.

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Ты дивишься на ці лица, на ці портреты, цену, цвет нации.

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А Харків це відчуває. Харків живе, Харків воює, Харків стоит, Харків взяли за бетон.

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Але ціна… Хочется, чтобы пам’ятали, завдяки кому він живет.