An event dedicated to September 27 – Commemoration Day was held at the Azerbaijan State Maritime Academy (ASMA).
Sea-news.az reports citing ASMA, that the event was attended by the leadership of the Academy, the faculty and staff, participants and veterans of the Patriotic War, as well as students.
At the beginning of the event, the dear memory of the sons of the Fatherland who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Azerbaijan was observed with a minute of silence.
Opening the event with an introductory speech, Ilgar Abdullayev, Head of the Department of Humanities and Associate Professor, stated that September 27 – Commemoration Day holds a special place in the history and national memory of the Azerbaijani people. He emphasized that the memory of our heroes who rose to the peak of martyrdom for the Motherland will always be commemorated with deep respect, and that the example of bravery and patriotism they demonstrated is of great importance in raising the younger generation in the national spirit.
Irada Suleymanova, Vice-Rector for Organization and Management of Education at the Academy, spoke at the event, noting that September 27 – Commemoration Day will forever live in the memory of our nation as a symbol of heroism, unity, and devotion to the Motherland. She stated that the memory of our servicemen who were martyred for Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity and sovereignty is always held high, and that the battle path traversed by our veterans and war participants serves as a vital model for the patriotic education of youth. Irada Suleymanova highlighted that educating young people in the spirit of devotion to national and moral values, statehood traditions, and the Motherland remains a constant focus at the Academy.
Nasir Huseynov, participant of the First and Second Karabakh Wars, war veteran, Doctor of Law, Professor, and Colonel, delivered a speech reflecting on his combat path, the bravery demonstrated by Azerbaijani soldiers, and the moral responsibility of serving the Fatherland.
Ruslan Alijanov, lecturer at the Department of Ship Electrical Automation and participant in the Patriotic War, spoke about the heroism of the Azerbaijani Army during the 44-day Patriotic War, the valor of his comrades-in-arms, and shared his personal memories. It was noted that Ruslan Alijanov participated in battles in the directions of Fuzuli, Zangilan, Gubadli, and Khojavend, and was awarded several medals for his service.
Javid Maharramli, a 5th-year student at the Azerbaijan State Maritime Academy majoring in Maritime Navigation Engineering and a veteran of the Patriotic War, also addressed the audience. He spoke about his participation in the battles, being wounded during the battles for Sugovushan, and shared memories of his comrades. Javid Maharramli called on the youth to always remain devoted to the state, the Motherland, and national values.
Yagub Kazimov, a graduate of the Academy and a veteran of the Patriotic War, shared his experiences during the battles in the directions of Tartar, Aghdara, Talishkand, and Sugovushan. He noted that the high morale of Azerbaijani soldiers, the unity of the people and the army, and love for the Fatherland were essential factors behind the historic Victory.
Alsu Badirova, a 2nd-year student majoring in Operation of Ship Power Plants Engineering, recited an original poem dedicated to the dear memory of the martyrs and the theme of the Motherland.
During the event, members of the Academy’s faculty and students also delivered speeches, highlighting the heroism of our martyrs, the significance of the Patriotic War in Azerbaijan’s history, and the importance of fostering patriotism among the younger generation. The speeches emphasized that showing attention and respect to the families of martyrs and veterans is a moral duty for every citizen.
Speakers at the event brought to attention that the historic Victory achieved in the 44-day Patriotic War was attained thanks to the unity of our people, the power of the Azerbaijani Army, the selflessness of our martyrs, and the bravery of our veterans.
In conclusion, it was emphasized that the dear memory of the martyrs will live forever in the hearts of the Azerbaijani people, and their heroic path will serve as an enduring example of patriotism, courage, and loyalty to the Fatherland for future generations.
The event concluded with closing remarks by Ilgar Abdullayev, Head of the Department of Humanities, Associate Professor.
We commemorate our martyrs with deep respect and wish robust health to our veterans.
