In the city of Narva in Estonia, an unusual share is held, organized by the militia of the Baltic Republic. The militias put a military SUV in one of the shopping centers and offered everyone to take pictures in military uniform. Reports about it ERR.
“It seemed very important on Christmas Eve, on the eve of the winter holidays, the new year, to congratulate the inhabitants of the city, show our civil orientation. Many people are shy for people in shape, scared. And we want to emphasize the peaceful nature of our activity today,” Explained the meaning of the action instructor of the militia forces Maxim Ivanhen. He emphasized the readiness of the security forces to work with the population and support people.
In addition to the ability to try on a uniform, Estonians also provided the opportunity to entertain the interactive games of their children. The youth and women’s departments of Estonia’s militia of Estonia took part in their organizations. At the end of the children congratulated Merry Christmas and treated candy.
Estonian militia or the Defense Union of Estonia are voluntary paramilitary formations of citizens of the republic. Together with the armed forces, they are part of the Defense Forces of Estonia. The militia counts their history since 1917, when self-organizing Estonians actually created the first national forces of the country. Estonian militia can be compared with the National Guard in the United States, in Russia the closest analogue is the organization DOSAAF.
In September, the commander-in-chief of the defense forces of Estonia Martin Herm made Russia to attack the republic in the next few years. “We say that Russia is a threat that she can attack. But when? This year? Next? For three years? We must understand what it can happen,” – warned Herge.