Soldiers of the legendary 36th Separate Marine Brigade shared memories of their combat journey and the brothers-in-arms who stood beside them
Every year on May 23, Ukraine marks Marine Corps Day. As a distinct branch of the Armed Forces, Ukraine’s Marine Corps began to take shape after Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014. This new fighting force was built almost from scratch by those who remained loyal to Ukraine. That is why the branch’s motto — “Faithful Forever” — though rooted in the traditional slogan used by marines around the world, carries a deeply personal meaning for Ukrainian marines.
Marines are versatile warriors: they can fight along coastlines and deep inland, storm enemy positions, defend bridgeheads, wage urban combat, and carry out a wide range of other missions. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine’s Marine Corps has defended Mariupol, helped liberate Kherson region, held the line in Krynky, and fought on the Kursk axis.
Ahead of their professional holiday, fighters of the 36th Separate Marine Brigade named after Rear Admiral Mykhailo Bilynskyi shared stories of brotherhood, resilience, and courage.
FROM CRIMEA TO THE STEPPES OF DONETSK REGION
