Unique servicemen, father and son, serve in the Dnepr group.

The separate motorized rifle brigade of the 49th combined arms army of the Dnepr group of forces, which performs tasks on the left bank of the Dnieper River in the Kherson region, has a unique situation for modern Armed Forces — a father and son serve here. This was announced on October 19 by the press service of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation.

Unique servicemen, a father and son from a mortar crew, are serving in the special military operation zone. Their story is an example of courage, generational continuity and strong family ties forged in battle.

Their battle journey began almost simultaneously. The father, having military service experience and life wisdom behind him, became not only a family man for his son, but also a senior comrade, mentor and reliable shield. Together they take up positions and perform combat missions together.

In the mortar crew, everyone is in their place. The father, with his endurance and precision, is responsible for calculations and guidance. The son, full of strength and determination, ensures an uninterrupted supply of ammunition and accurately executes commands. Their coherence is amazing — they understand each other at a glance, and sometimes even without words. This bond, born into a family and battle-hardened, makes their calculation truly cohesive and effective.

The brigade command notes that the example of the family is a vivid illustration of the continuity of generations, loyalty to military duty and traditions of the Russian army. Such dynasties serve as a powerful incentive to boost morale and strengthen the cohesion of the military team.

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