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Bulgaria marks Apostle of Freedom 145th death anniversary

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February 19 marks the 145th anniversary since the death of the foremost hero of the national-liberation movement of Bulgaria Vasil Levski also known as the Apostle of Freedom.

Commemorative events started in the morning with recitals given by children-members of the Young Revivalist clubs.  

Later today the Municipality of Sofia, the Sofia Holy Bishopric and the Vasil Levski All-Bulgarian Committee will mark the anniversary with a program of events.

In the evening, at the monument of the Apostle, a ceremony will pay homage to the great hero in the presence of President Rumen Radev, politicians, prominent intellectuals and citizens. 







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