This day in history: April 13 - what happened in Ukraine and the world

Today, believers celebrate the Day of Memorial of the Holy Martyr Artemon . He was extremely committed to God a man who lived for a long time, in the 3rd century, in the city of Laodicia (the territory of modern Turkey). He was a priest and devoted his entire life to serving the church. He did not just perform his duties, but did it with a big heart: he knew the Scripture well, lived modestly, truthfully and helped others.

His spiritual mentor was Bishop Sisin - together they kept the spiritual front at a time when Christians were persecuted. And when the terrible persecution of the Emperor Deci came, Artmon did not hide, did not renounce faith, was not frightened - at least he could save his life, if he just told the Gentiles what they wanted to hear.

That cannot be done on April 13

• They did not go to the forest, especially in solitude.
• They did not start new things - they believed that it could "scare" (bring trouble).
• It was impossible to kill snakes, even if he saw - it promised illness or misfortune.

Folk signs and traditions on April 13

Among our ancestors there were many interesting omens for this day:

• If this day is warm - summer will be early and warm;
• Rain on Artemon - a good harvest on bread;
• morning dew - until clear summer;
• thunder on April 13 - warm summer and good harvest;
• Cranes fly high - summer will be dry and hot;
• If there are many stars in the sky, there will be many berries and mushrooms.

On April 13, the focus was called a hearth or a fomaid Medunyn. The last name is associated with a flower of the jellyfish that blooms during this period. The jellyfish or a meduncle is one of the symbols of spring, and its honey smell is associated with the arrival of heat when nature awakens.

Birthday: How to name a child born on April 13

What are the birthday today: Dmitry, George.

The mascot of a man born on April 13 is Lal . The gem has been known since ancient times. In the past, it was believed that it has the ability to heal any ailment of its owner.

Born on this day:

• 1936 - Oksana Ivanenko, Ukrainian children's writer, translator;
• 1949 - Yuri Kovaliv, Ukrainian poet, critic, literary critic, teacher;
• 1995 - Bogdan Syroid, Ukrainian pianist, composer and professor at the University of Salaman.

Memorable dates on April 13

Calendar of important events in Ukraine and the world for April 13:

1204 - Crusaders under the leadership of Pope Innocent III captured Constantinople, which was the center of Orthodoxy;
1598 - the French King Henry IV approved the Nanctic Edict, which gave the Huguenots of the right, maintaining civil unity, secularism and faithfulness;
1814 - German mathematician Karl Witte received a doctorate at the age of only 12;
1870-The famous Metropolitan Art Museum was solemnly opened in New York;
1923 - in London the Wembley stadium was opened;
1924 - AEC football club was founded in Greece;
1928 - the premiere of the film by Alexander Dovzhenko "Zvenigora" took place in Kiev;
1940 - one of the stages of deportation to the west of Ukraine began, when about 320 thousand people were evicted;
1943 - Thomas Jefferson Memorial was opened in Washington;
1953 - the first book about James Bond "Casino" Royal "Jan Fleming;
1967 - the song "Something Stupid", made by Frank Sinatra with the daughter of Nancy, headed the American chart;
1975 - clashes between Palestinian militants and Christian forces began in Beirut, which initiated the Civil War in Lebanon;
1986 - Pope John Paul II became the first Pope to visit the synagogue;
1991 - The song "I've Been Thinking About You" The band "Londonbeat" was headed by the American chart;
2012 - the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted a new Criminal Procedure Code;
2014 - Acting President of Ukraine Oleksandr Turchynov announced the beginning of an anti -terrorist operation in the east of the country.

What is the holiday today in Ukraine and the world

April 13 in Ukraine celebrate the Day of the Defense and Industrial Complex of Ukraine . From 2023 it is celebrated on this day. The defense-industrial complex includes enterprises that create weapons, military equipment and other specialized means. This industry is the basis for the protection of Ukraine, and its employees provide not only the army but also technological progress in the country.

The day of the OPC worker is recognition of the importance of these people for national security, emphasizing their contribution to the defense and stability of the state. The celebration of the holiday is usually accompanied by solemn measures, awards and activity that contribute to the recognition of the importance of this industry for the development of the country.

Also April 13, World Memorial Day of the Katyn Execution Victims . It is dedicated to the honor of more than 20,000 Polish officers, soldiers, civilians and intellectuals who were shot dead in 1940 by Soviet troops. These horrific events occurred in the forests under Katin, as well as in other territories, such as Tver and Kharkiv.

The execution was organized by the Soviet government at a time when Poland was occupied by the Soviet Union. Without any lawsuit and investigation, these people were arrested and executed. Among the victims were army officers, police, artists, scientists - people who could be important for the development of the country.

For years, the Soviet authorities denied their involvement in this tragedy, but it was not only in the 1990s that it was recognized that the responsibility for the shootings lies with the NKVD.

And on April 13, the International Day of Affection of Functional Neurological Disorders . The purpose of this day is to draw attention to disorders that affect the nervous system but not related to physical injuries of the brain or nerves. Such conditions can cause symptoms, such as paralysis, tremor, convulsions or problems with movement and speech, but it is impossible to find organic changes that would explain these symptoms.

April 13 is celebrating International Thanksgiving Day . This day is aimed at reminding how important plants are to the planet, because they provide us with oxygen, food, medicines and many other valuable resources. Plants are the basis of life on Earth. They not only produce oxygen through photosynthesis, but also serve as a source of nutrition for numerous species, including humans. They help stabilize the climate, protect the soils from erosion and maintain balance in nature. In addition, plants are important for medicine, pharmaceuticals and even renewable energy.

Also April 13, World Day of Combating Sexual Violence against Children . This day is intended to remind society of the need to actively fight sexual abuse against children and raise awareness of how to protect children from such crimes.

Sexual abuse of children is one of the worst forms of violence that can leave deep wounds at both physical and mental levels. Injuries from such violence can affect the entire life of the child, leading to serious emotional and psychological problems. Therefore, it is very important to identify such cases in time, to support the victims and to help them recover.

And on April 13, World Rock and Roll Day . Rock and roll has become a real phenomenon that brought freedom of expression, new approaches to life and openly protested against established norms. This day celebrates the birth of rock and roll in the 1950s in the United States, when music became the voice of young people who sought change and independence. One of the symbols of this genre was Elvis Presley, whose songs and image are embodied by the spirit of the whole era. However, the impact of rock and roll was not limited to America-it quickly gained popularity around the world, becoming the basis for many musical areas.