In Beli Manastir on Saturday, 31 October 2026, the 35th anniversary of the founding of the 135th Baranja Brigade of the Croatian Army will be solemnly commemorated. The organiser of the commemoration is the 135th Baranja Brigade HV Association, and the entire programme will be held under the motto “With pride and gratitude”.
The commemoration marks 35 years since the brigade's founding, which took place on 30 October 1991, during one of the most difficult periods of the Homeland War. The programme begins at 06:00 with a wake-up call, followed by a Mass at 09:30 in the Church of Saint Martin in Beli Manastir.
At 10:30, a procession will set off towards Freedom Square, departing from the corner of Osječka Street and King Tomislav Street. During the procession, candles are scheduled to be lit at the Monument to the Defenders, and the ceremonial assembly on Freedom Square will take place at 11:30.
The programme continues at 12:30 with a ceremonial lunch on Antun Mihanović Square, behind the Billa shopping centre. As part of the commemoration, a tactical-technical assembly (TTZ) will also be held on Antun Mihanović Square from 10:00 to 14:00.
The 135th Baranja Brigade HV Association invites the public to join in commemorating this significant anniversary.
