July 4th, once a national holiday known as Fighter’s Day, was commemorated in Loznica with wreath-laying ceremonies at the monuments of Vlada Zečević and Georgije Jakšić. This day stands as a symbol of the courage and resistance of the Serbian people against the fascist occupiers during World War II. State Secretary Mile Rosić, representatives of the Russian Embassy, the Serbian Army, the city of Loznica, and various associations attended the event. Deputy Mayor Petar Gavrilović emphasized the importance of preserving memory and fighting historical revisionism, while SUBNOR Loznica president Živote Isaković reminded that July 4th was the day the decision was made to launch an organized uprising against the occupiers, with the then Jadarski district contributing 4,000 fighters. Sadly, many did not survive, and a large number of civilians lost their lives during this period. Fighter’s Day was a national holiday until 2001, and today the tradition of commemorating it continues as a reminder of glorious days and the Serbian people’s resistance. In times when history is being twisted and victims are labeled as villains, such events are crucial for truth and justice.
