At the barracks “Boro Menkov” in Kumanovo, the Patron Day was marked in honour of the 85th anniversary of the death of the national hero Boro Menkov, who was killed in the area of the village of Belanovce, in Kumanovo region. The commemoration of the Patron Day started by laying fresh flowers in front of the bust of the national hero Boro Menkov and observing a moment of silence.
With a commemorative speech about the life and work of the national hero Boro Menkov, after whom the military barracks is named, the Commander of the Combat Service Support Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Shpejtim Cherimi, addressed the guests. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of cherishing the memory of the heroes who, with their courage, self-sacrifice, and determination, left a lasting mark on Macedonian history.
In front of the bust of the national hero, fresh flowers were laid by a joint delegation of representatives from the Operations Command, the First Infantry Brigade, and the Combat Service Support Battalion, led by the Commander of the First Infantry Brigade, Brigadier General Dejan Chiplakovski.
By celebrating the Patron Day, the tradition of nurturing historical heritage and military values continues, while serving as a reminder of the significance of patriotism, self-sacrifice, and responsibility in carrying out duties in service of the homeland.
