MFA of Serbia: Today we remember the immense sacrifices of the Serbian people during World War I

On Armistice Day in World War I, Serbia does not only mark the signing of the armistice in 1918 but also remembers with deep respect the immense sacrifices made by the Serbian people during that conflict, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia stated.

“With almost one-third of its population lost, Serbia remains the country that suffered the greatest losses per capita in World War I,” the statement recalls.

The Ministry emphasizes that the central motif of the commemoration is the stylized ribbon of the Medal for Loyalty to the Fatherland from 1915, better known as the Albanian Commemorative Medal, which symbolizes sacrifice, perseverance, and the suffering endured by the Serbian army during its retreat across Albania.

In the composition of Armistice Day, the flower of Natalie's Ramonda dominates, representing a powerful symbol of resurrection and resistance. This plant, which can revive even after complete desiccation, serves as a metaphor for Serbia’s renewal and the indomitable spirit of its soldiers.

“This symbol connects the past and the present, personal and collective memory, tradition and modernity, reminding us that courage, freedom, and perseverance are enduring values that unite the people and preserve the spirit of Serbia through time,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia added in its statement.