On June 13, Ukraine is not a national holiday, but this date is of particular importance in modern history - it was on this day of 2014 that the Ukrainian military liberated Mariupol from Russian militants. The operation lasted several hours and ended with the establishment of the Ukrainian flag over the city council.
Among the Ukrainians born on June 13, - UPA warrior Ivan Vovchuk, writers Mark Cheremshyna and Artem Czech, priest Miroslav Ripetsky, as well as Hero of Ukraine Sergey Sova.
The world today mention the invention of the sewing machine - a technology that has changed the availability of clothing for millions. Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia celebrate the Day of Remembrance of Victims of Communist Repression. In Hungary, inventors are honored, in Argentina - writers, and in Panama - physicists.
The Orthodox Church honors the martyrs of Aquinin and Antonin, as well as Reverend John and his mother Anna. In the folk tradition, the date is known as the Accuin Greek. Buckwheat was sown and made porridge from last year's grain, but avoided hard work and grazing because of the danger of insect bites.
Our ancestors believed that on June 13, it is not necessary to drink milk - it may be spoiled on this day due to the influence of Gedza. Also, it was not recommended to work in the garden, engage in construction or complain about troubles.
Folk signs say that if you hear the cuckoo forging - the weather will be clear, the evening dew promises a hot day, and the appearance of a rainbow after the rain indicates a dry period.
It is a day of memories, traditions and reservations - without formal celebration, but with deep content.
