Skeptics may seem like a stupid dream: to celebrate a holiday every day. But why you always have to wait for a certain date to create:
- create an atmosphere of joy and fun;
- invite relatives and friends to visit;
- arrange dances, competitions and games;
- organize a party for friends;
- decorate your home or apartment.
If there is a festive mood on a typical day, then why put off the pleasant chores until the traditional large-scale events: New Year, March 8 or Easter? When there is a desire, an occasion can be found always, at any time. For example, August 12th. What kind of holiday is celebrated on this seemingly ordinary summer day?
August 12 - professional holiday of the Air Force of the Russian Federation
The history of military aviation in Russia dates back to 1912. The Air Force has been an elite unit since its inception. Every year, young men join the Air Force to realize their dreams of heaven and freedom. The image of the employee of this unit is romanticized and inspires confidence. In order to increase the overall prestige of the armed forces in 1997, Air Force Day was approved. In 2006, a presidential decree confirmed the status of August 12 as a memorable date. This corporate holiday is designed to:
- draw attention to the army;
- to revive the desire of young people to join the ranks of the military;
- to note the merits and achievements of officers and ordinary employees.
Russian Air Force Day - August 12. What a holiday without congratulations?
Do not forget about the people guarding the domestic air borders. Be sure to congratulate friends who are associated with the air force. August 12, Russian Air Force Day is an opportunity to thank employees for a difficult and dangerous service, for a peaceful sky above their heads. This can be done by going to the annual traditional festival held in honor of the Air Force. In addition to the opportunity to say thanks, Air Force Day is also a very spectacular and impressive event with demonstration flights, an air show and an exhibition of equipment.
What is celebrated on August 12 in Russia except for the day of the air force?
Army romance does not appeal to everyone. Air Force Day is not the only reason to celebrate August 12th. The Orthodox holiday in honor of the Holy Strength and Silvanus coincides with it in date. During his life, the apostles wandered a lot, preached, became bishops. They were also disciples of St. Paul. Due to the similarity of names and biographies, there is an opinion that under one name there was one person.
According to popular beliefs, even a physically weak man gains strength on August 12. Orthodox holiday dedicated to the patron saint of the military, the holy martyr John the Warrior, the faithful celebrate on the same day. John served at the court of Emperor Julian the Apostate, who ordered him to execute Christians. But the saint could not fulfill the commission: he himself gained faith after meeting with the persecuted. John began to help Christians and fell into disgrace. He was imprisoned and sentenced to death, which did not take place due to the murder of the emperor himself.
International Youth Day - "young", but a very necessary holiday
Youth Day is celebrated on August 12. “What kind of holiday?” - many may be surprised. Indeed, he appeared recently (in 2000) and has not yet managed to gain due popularity.
Throughout the world, young people are the engine of social and economic transformation. The future of the country is always in the hands of those who graduate from universities, create new families, get their first job. Unfortunately, on this path the young stratum of society is faced with various obstacles, such as:
- labor market difficulties, unemployment;
- housing provision;
- tuition fees;
- environmental degradation.
For this reason, the UN General Assembly decided to create a holiday in support of young people. August 12th is an opportunity to call for solving the problems of girls and boys around the world.
How to celebrate International Youth Day?
Young people, as a rule, are easy-going and gladly perceive the opportunity to celebrate any event. International Youth Day is a wonderful occasion to spend an unusual 12th of August. What a celebration without fun and joy? To make International Youth Day a success, you can:
- go with friends on a quest;
- arrange a relay race, rope course, a game of laser tag or paintball;
- go bowling or shooting range;
- just have a good time in a cafe or karaoke.
Celebrating this holiday, you can not only get positive emotions, but also draw attention to the difficulties of youth.