Happy upcoming February 23: the best greetings and cards for real men

Every year on February 23, Russia celebrates Defender of the Fatherland Day. For many years now, on this day all men, regardless of age and rank, are congratulated. But traditionally, first of all, those who have served in the army or are currently serving in the Armed Forces of the country are honored. Especially for the celebration "Izvestia" has prepared beautiful cards and congratulations on February 23, which can be shared on the eve of the holiday.

Best congratulations on February 23 in prose

The history of the Day of the Defender of the Fatherland has more than a hundred years. It was first celebrated in 1919 as the Day of the Red Army on the anniversary of its formation. Then the holiday was called the Day of the Soviet Army, and later - the Day of the Soviet Army and Navy. This name it carried until 1992. Three years later, the current name appeared.

Initially, the day of February 23 was considered a holiday of the military. But today it is customary to congratulate absolutely all men - defenders in the broad sense of the word: fathers, brothers, grandfathers, husbands, nephews, sons, colleagues and friends. Defender of the Fatherland Day is a great occasion to express your love for them and admire their strong qualities.

Here are some examples of how to congratulate your favorite men on the holiday:

"February 23 is coming - a holiday celebrated by real men. On this day I wish you fire in your eyes and warmth in your heart. I also wish you to find your reliable rear and create a home, where you can return after difficult battles. Happy holiday!"

"On the coming man's day I wish you true male joys. That fishing always brought a catch, your favorite sports team took the upper hand over the opponent, your adored woman reciprocated, and your friends often called you to drink a beer at a soccer game."

"Dear our defenders! In the coming holiday of February 23 we want to wish that your guns were always loaded, intelligence did not fail, friends covered, and your armor was impenetrable. Let the Motherland be proud of you, knowing that such defenders are always on guard of their fatherland!"

"On this courageous holiday I want to wish you strength, courage, valor, worthily pass all the trials of life and do not rest on your laurels. Let every day be joyful, every word - firm, and every action - confident. Happy February 23!"

"Happy upcoming February 23rd! On Defender of the Fatherland Day I wish you to be not only a protector for others, but also to feel protection and support yourself. Let the love and care of your loved ones warm you every day, and only reliable friends will be near you."

"I wish to be a defender in life and never be in the role of a midfielder or on the bench. Always be first in everything - in your family, at work and on the Forbes list. May your life be full of victories and awards, your health never fails you, and your life is joyful! Happy upcoming February 23rd!"

"I hasten to congratulate you on an important holiday - Defender of the Fatherland Day! Let luck accompany you in life, a fair wind and that you rush to your goal on all sails. And let your loved ones be healthy and happy".

"Dear defenders of the Fatherland! Congratulations on your professional holiday! Thank you for your selfless service, for your bravery, reliability and patriotism. I wish you good health, reliable comrades and brilliant victories!"

"Congratulations on the upcoming men's holiday! Let the number 23 be happy for you. That at the end of the year you will get not only the 13th, but also the 23rd salary, and you will always have as much strength and energy as a 23-year-old. And, of course, that everyone admires your intelligence and talent no less than once a day."

"Happy upcoming holiday! I want to wish that the socks given to you on February 23rd will be worn for a long time, the shaving foam will last for a whole year, and the aroma of your deodorant will drive all the women around you crazy. And don't forget that March 8 is coming soon!"

New funny pictures and cards for real men

Congratulations on Defender of the Fatherland Day are often supplemented with postcards on the theme of the holiday. Such images are most popular in social networks. Pictures are sent in messengers to friends and relatives or posted on their page with the hashtag #Day of the Defender of the Fatherland or #23february.

The tradition of giving postcards on February 23 has become especially popular since the mid-1950s, when printers began their mass production. This is due to the fact that after the victory in the Great Patriotic War, the holiday was celebrated more solemnly, and postcards served as a good and inexpensive way to congratulate the celebration.

Since then, the country has produced 10-15 varieties of greeting cards every year. Traditionally, they depicted the Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin, five-pointed stars, military awards, St. George's ribbons and festive fireworks.

Often on the cards depicted and military equipment: tanks, airplanes, warships, missile launchers, which displayed the power of the armed forces of the country. In addition, the cards featured the soldiers themselves, as well as sprigs of laurel as a symbol of victory and glory.

In Soviet times, the day of February 23 was considered a holiday of military valor, so among other common subjects was the Eternal Flame. Thus reminded not only of the essence of the celebration, but also paid tribute to all defenders of the Fatherland, who fought for peace on earth.

Over time, the theme of pictures for February 23 has changed a lot. Now the cards have a more humorous character. They often depict not weapons and uniforms, but attributes of a "real men's holiday": spinning rods, soccer balls and hockey sticks, tents and campfires.

Also on postcards there are images of traditional gifts and souvenirs for the celebration. For example, you can find pairs of socks, beer mugs, razors and shaving foam. Images of epic characters and cartoon heroes are very popular.

It is customary to congratulate young defenders on February 23. Usually in kindergartens and schools organize congratulations for boys. They are given gifts and greeting cards, and also hold tea parties.

Parents, congratulating their sons on the holiday, try to take into account the interests of the child. If he is fond of online tank battles, he will be pleased with a postcard with tanks. And dreaming of the sea and long journeys - images of ships, mysterious islands and treasures.

Earlier "Izvestia" told how to write a congratulatory letter on February 23 to a soldier of the NWO.