On April 17th, 1946, Syrian people crowned an eventful march of struggle during which they offered great sacrifices to force the French occupiers out of the country. Since then, Syrian people have been celebrating this day with great pride remembering the great heroic deeds achieved by our grandfathers.
The celebration co-incided with the great victories realized by the Syrian Arab army men who have liberated the majority of Syrian territories from terrorism.
Retired General Mahmoud al-Shaqa said that Independence Day is a great anniversary for all the Syrians, because it was the outcome of unceasing resistance waged by our fathers and forefathers led by national leaders such as Sultan Pasha al-Atrash, Sheikh Saleh al-Ali and many others.
He added that the National Independence lessons are always present in the hearts and minds of all Syrians as they put the corner stone of national unity, advocated the greatness of sacrifices in defense of the homeland. This was proved by the Syrian Arab army men who have been bravely confronting the terrorist war launched against Syria for over nine years.
Retired General Mohammad al-Shimali said that the National Independence Day is considered a luminous turning point in the history of Syrian people.
He added that since its independence, Syria has been achieving a victory after another against the forces of evil and aggression represented by world terrorism which targeted Syria to break the will of Syrian people, but it failed thanks to the sacrifices, heroic deeds and steadfastness of the Syrian Arab army.
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