The year 1968 represents an ever-present trauma in our society. It had begun with a belief in reforms and healing changes, but instead of hope came the invasion of Warsaw Pact troops, occupation, oppression and lack of freedom. Ukraine decided to defy Russia and fight for its independence. The war is still going on, and even after three years, no decision has been made. Please remember the anniversary of the August 1968 invasion by supporting the Ukrainian defenders by purchasing 21 surveillance drones.
Thank you to all the donors! You are great and have exceeded all expectations again! You can continue to contribute to the fundraiser, for donations above the original target amount we will purchase 3D printers and filament. They are used to make attachments and holders so that the drones can carry simple cargo (medicine, water).
The complex history of our country is one of the reasons why support for Ukraine remains strong in the Czech Republic. We have experienced what it is like to wake up to the roar of military aircraft and tanks passing through the streets. Some of us still remember the invasion, others experienced it through the traumatic memories of our parents or grandparents. And many of us know it from the memories of eyewitnesses in the recordings of the Memory of the Nation. “I had my hands up and he shot me anyway. Then they took me to the Soviet embassy compound, where they waited for me to bleed to death. They said: “Here is the one who attacked us.” It was not true, but this lie continued. They told everyone everywhere. These are the Russians. And their lies continue to this day. It is difficult to communicate with a regime that is built on lies and Russia is still the same.*” * quote: eyewitness Jiří Kolda
Ukraine decided to defy Russia and fight for its independence. The war is still going on, and even after three years, there is no decision. Please commemorate the anniversary of the August 1968 invasion by supporting the Ukrainian defenders by purchasing 21 surveillance drones. DJI Matrice 4T observation and rescue drones with thermal imaging are used to monitor enemy movements and better protect soldiers on the front line. They can carry simple cargo and deliver medicine or water to cut-off units or individuals. Nowadays, drones are key to gaining an advantage over the enemy and saving the lives of individual fighters. The usual commercial price of this type of drone is around 150 thousand CZK. Given the large volume of our collection, we achieve purchase prices 35% lower and we can purchase one drone from 95 to 100 thousand CZK. We would like to deliver another 21 drones to our permanent partners, which include the Special Forces of Ukraine, the 3rd Assault Brigade, the 81st Airborne Brigade, the 35th Marine Brigade and other elite units, in the fall. Please support Ukraine in its fight against the Russian aggressor and help save more lives.
You can also contribute to the charitable fund with a direct payment to the donations account: 123-6318620207/0100 (for donations from abroad: IBAN: CZ 7601000001236318620207, BIC / SWIFT code: KOMBCZPPXXX). Contact: dary@pametnaroda.cz
21 průzkumných dronů jsme předali několika partnerským brigádám koncem září. Součástí zářijové mise byla i dodávka cisterny a sanitky pro 1. zdravotnický prapor, dvou evakuačních Toyot Hilux, dodávky L200, velké terénní sanitky věnované Libereckým krajem a tuny materiálu, Předávka proběhla v Kyjevě za přítomnosti nového velvyslance ČR Luboše Veselého.
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Ukraine is bleeding. We do not want to just passively watch the injustice and aggression our friends face because they choose to share the values of freedom and democracy with us. For almost three years now, we have been buying protective and medical equipment and taking it to Ukraine as quickly as possible and where it is most needed. Vests and helmets from us are used by defenders on the front line, many tons of medical equipment save lives. We have supplied fire and ambulance vehicles, drones or optical equipment.
The important things do not change with the times. Whether it’s the stories from the times we ourselves faced war and totalitarianism or the ones happening right now just a few hundred kilometres away from us, they are connected by the longing for freedom, safety, and one’s home. Our own experience with war and totalitarianism in the 20th century makes us obligated to help others.
In 2019, the non-profit organisation Post Bellum set up an office in Lviv with the goal of filming the witness accounts for the Paměť národa archive. Our colleagues in Ukraine recorded dozens of stories mostly from survivors of Stalinist repressions, dissidents, and political prisoners. After the outbreak of the war, they asked for our help. We could not decline. Thanks to your support, we have supplied the defenders of Ukraine with thousands of bulletproof vests and helmets, tonnes of medical equipment and optical devices as well as fully equipped ambulances and fire trucks. Dozens of human lives have verifiably been saved thanks to this. All the aid provided has been non-lethal in nature.
All materials needed have been consulted with experts from the Army of the Czech Republic. The recipients of our aid are predominantly frontline fighters, members of special forces units. The assistance is implemented through the Embassy of Ukraine in the Czech Republic. Representatives of the Czech Embassy in Kyiv then oversee the correct use and distribution of the material to those in need.
In cooperation with the Donio portal and, above all, six thousand generous donors, we managed to collect funds for equipment of two field hospitals that play a vital role in saving the lives of wounded soldiers.
Together with the general public, we remind ourselves that the war in Ukraine is still on and that we must not be indifferent. On February 23, 2025, together with the organizations People in Need, Million Moments for democracy and the European Congress of Ukrainians we organized a rally for the 3rd anniversary of the war. The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, also spoke at the Old Town Square.
On the evening of August 20, 2024, we organized a commemorative event called "Go Home, Ivan" for the first time in the Boris Nemtsov Park with the same organizations. We recalled the time when Soviet aggression also affected us. We continue the tradition, in 2025 the event "Go Home, Ivan" took place on August 21 at the same place in front of the Russian Embassy. The band Rybičky 48 played at the event.
You can also contribute to the charitable fund with a direct payment to the donations account: 123-6318620207/0100 (for donations from abroad: IBAN: CZ 7601000001236318620207, BIC / SWIFT code: KOMBCZPPXXX). Contact: dary@pametnaroda.cz
Thank you for your support!
Za meho tatinka, ktereho Russaci zatkli v roce 1968 v Otrokovicich za sireni letaku a za to, ze mu mirili nekolik hodin samopalem do zad. Slava Ukrajine!
Hana Macickova Cahova
CZK 968
Слава героям! A děkujeme i za váš příběh!
POST BELLUM
Bojujete za nás všechny, děkujeme.
Donor
CZK 968
Předáváme vaše vzkazy na Ukrajinu, děkujeme!
POST BELLUM
Děkuji a hodně štěstí !
Hana Doktorová
CZK 1,968
To my vám dlužíme díky ...
POST BELLUM
21. srpen 1968 jsem zažila a nikdy nezapomenu
Vaclava Jersakova
Moc vám děkujeme za krásný komentář....
POST BELLUM
Táhni domů, Ivane. V Česku ani na Ukrajině tě skoro nikdo nechce.
Pavel Moravec
CZK 1,968
Přesně...
POST BELLUM
Už nikdy srpen 1968
Hana Mufová
CZK 1,968
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bolševika bij
Alena Brabcová
CZK 1,968
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POST BELLUM
Díky za to že pomáháte. I za nás.
Martin Ivan
CZK 500
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POST BELLUM
Táhni ke všem čertům, Putine, a vezmi sebou i toho namachrovaného kurevníka Donalda!!!
Za meho tatinka, ktereho Russaci zatkli v roce 1968 v Otrokovicich za sireni letaku a za to, ze mu mirili nekolik hodin samopalem do zad. Slava Ukrajine!
Слава героям! A děkujeme i za váš příběh!
Bojujete za nás všechny, děkujeme.
Předáváme vaše vzkazy na Ukrajinu, děkujeme!
Děkuji a hodně štěstí !
To my vám dlužíme díky ...
21. srpen 1968 jsem zažila a nikdy nezapomenu
Moc vám děkujeme za krásný komentář....
Táhni domů, Ivane. V Česku ani na Ukrajině tě skoro nikdo nechce.
Přesně...
Už nikdy srpen 1968
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bolševika bij
😁
Díky za to že pomáháte. I za nás.
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Táhni ke všem čertům, Putine, a vezmi sebou i toho namachrovaného kurevníka Donalda!!!
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Dar
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