True to this moniker, Ukraine’s Cossacks — a semi-nomadic militaristic group originating somewhere in the 15th century — are renowned as sovereign warriors and pioneers of independence in Ukraine. Deeply ingrained in Ukrainian national mythology, particularly through the works of revered figures like poet Taras Shevchenko, their historical significance transcends mere military prowess. The Cossacks embody ideals of freedom, strength, and democracy, and their legacy continues to shape Ukraine’s collective consciousness today.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy paid tribute to the memory of Ukrainian heroes at Askold's Grave on the anniversary of the 1918 Battle of Kruty. Source: Zelenskyy on Facebook Quote from Zelenskyy: "All our heroes, all those who gave their lives for Ukrainian independence, freedom and future are forever in the history of our people.
How Russian aristocrat Pavel Skoropadsky founded the Cossack Hetmanate in the heart of Europe and became a Ukrainian national hero Read Full Article at RT.com