April 3, 2019
(www.army.mil) Ukraine-U.S. Troops, along with Lithuanian Soldiers visited the
local orphanage for children with special needs as part of an ongoing
humanitarian support project and celebrated International Women’s Day, here,
Mar. 4. The visit included performances from the children, gift exchanges,
outdoor games, and a traditional Ukrainian lunch.
“It is always
nice of you to visit and spend some time with you guys because spending time
with our American family is always a precious time,” said the orphanage
director, Natalia Frankiv. The Soldiers and children interacted through outdoor
games such as tug-o-war, relay races, and soccer.
Later, they
toured the orphanage's newly renovated agricultural program, which is an
ongoing charity funded project. Natalia
Frankiv plans to incorporate a program which teaches the children the basics of
farming and agriculture. This program is intended to prepare children for
future job opportunities.
After the tour, Tennessee Guardsmen, Maj.
Terry Bell thanked Frankiv and highlighted the importance of International
Women’s Day and the tremendous accomplishments of women in everyday life.
“Whatever it is you are doing, whether it be leading in the workforce or
leading at home with your families, we love you and appreciate everything you
do,” stated Bell. This is the first time Lithuanian Soldiers, who are deployed
in Ukraine, joined in visiting this orphanage, and the Soldiers plan to return
later this month to view the progress of the agricultural program. The 278th
Armored Cavalry Regiment is currently deployed in Ukraine supporting the
development and modernization of the Yavoriv Combat Training Center.
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