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HydrangeasOn December 6, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. On this day people congratulate soldiers, veterans and their families and thank everyone who defends the country. Here you will find short wishes for soldiers, words of gratitude, messages for a partner, father or son in service, official greetings and poems. The most popular searches are “short wishes for soldiers” (3.2K a month) and “Armed Forces Day” (2.4K).
There is another autumn holiday for soldiers — see our Defenders Day wishes (October 1), and in summer — our Independence Day wishes.
Short wishes for soldiers
- Happy Armed Forces Day! Thank you for the peaceful sky above us.
- Strength, endurance and a safe return home!
- Happy Armed Forces Day! You are our pride and our shield.
- Take care of yourselves! We are waiting for you to come home safe and sound.
- Thank you for every peaceful morning. Happy Armed Forces Day!
- May God protect you and your brothers in arms. Glory to the Armed Forces of Ukraine!
Words of gratitude for soldiers
- Dear defenders! Happy Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Thanks to you we wake up in our homes, go to work and raise our children. We bow to your courage. We wish you strength, health and a safe return to your loved ones.
- Happy Armed Forces Day! We know the price of every peaceful day. We thank you and remember those who gave their lives for Ukraine.
- Happy Armed Forces Day! May each of you feel the support of the whole country. You are not alone — we are with you and doing everything we can to help.
- Dear soldiers! Thank you for your bravery, endurance and love for Ukraine. We wish you victory, peace and the warmth of your family’s hugs.
For your partner in service
- Happy Armed Forces Day, my love! I am proud of you every day and waiting for you every day. Take care — you are the most precious person in my life.
- My defender, happy holiday! Thank you for your courage. May every day bring us closer to seeing each other again.
- Happy Armed Forces Day, darling! You are my hero. Come back safe and sound — I love you so much.
For a father, son or brother
- Dad, happy Armed Forces Day! You have always been my example of strength and honor. I am proud of you. Take care of yourself.
- Son, happy Armed Forces Day! Mom and I pray for you every day. You are our pride. Come back home.
- Brother, happy Armed Forces Day! Thank you for your courage. We are waiting to give you the biggest hug at home.
For women in the military
- Dear defenders, happy Armed Forces Day! Your strength and courage inspire the whole country. We wish you health, endurance and peace.
- Happy Armed Forces Day! Thank you for your bravery and care for your comrades. Take care of yourselves.
Official greetings
- Dear servicemen and servicewomen, veterans and families! Warm congratulations on the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Thank you for your courage, professionalism and devotion to our homeland. We wish you good health, strength and a swift Victory.
- Our team sincerely congratulates all colleagues now serving in the Armed Forces on this day. We are proud of you and waiting for you at home.
Armed Forces Day poems
For peaceful skies and every dawn,
For every home and every day,
Our thanks to you who carry on —
More than words could ever say!
May fate protect you everywhere,
May loved ones wait for you with care,
May you return home safe and sound
To those whose love and prayers abound!
Patriotic texts for young defenders are also in our birthday wishes for a guy.
How to support soldiers and their families
- Send a personal message or a voice note — words from loved ones matter a lot to soldiers.
- Donate to the needs of a specific unit or a trusted foundation.
- Support military families: help out, congratulate them, be there.
- Congratulate veterans and thank them in person.
Flowers for military families
A bouquet in blue and yellow is a warm, symbolic gesture for a defender’s mother, wife or daughter, or for a veteran. Flowers with a card can be delivered to a soldier’s family even if you are far away.
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More ideas in our roses and flowers for mom collections.
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FAQ
When is Armed Forces Day in Ukraine?
The Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine is celebrated every year on December 6, the day the law “On the Armed Forces of Ukraine” was adopted in 1991.
How is it different from Defenders Day?
Defenders Day is celebrated on October 1 and honors everyone who defends the country. December 6 is the holiday of the Armed Forces of Ukraine specifically.
What should I wish soldiers?
Strength, endurance, health, reliable comrades and a safe return home. Sincere gratitude matters most.
To thank those who save lives on the home front, see our Rescuers Day wishes.
Patriotic texts for summer — our Flag Day wishes.
Archangel Michael is the patron of soldiers; on 8 November men named Mykhailo celebrate — Mykhailo name day wishes.
Saint Demetrius is another patron of soldiers: Dmytro name day wishes.
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Author: Maria Svitlovir
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.
