The Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine announces the launch of the large-scale project “Trident of the Motherland”. Finally, Ukrainians will get rid of the coat of arms of the USSR, and the trident will appear on the shield of the Motherland Monument. This symbol embodies not only a sense of national dignity, but also emphasizes the historical heritage and greatness of Ukrainians. Thus, Ukraine continues to overcome the negative consequences of communism and russification.

The event holds great national and symbolic significance in the historical context. Since Ukraine gained Independence, there have been attempts to reinterpret the monument. However, it is only now that this process is being completed. Starting from July, the installation process of the artistic composition “Trident” on the shield of the Motherland Monument will begin. This will be followed by the creation of the composition, preparatory work, fabrication and installation of the structure, the actual removal of the coat of arms of the USSR, and the installation of the trident.

“The process of overcoming the consequences of sovietization, russification, and communism is not only a legislative matter but also a significant social demand. The replacement of the coat of arms of the USSR with the trident was supported by 85% of respondents who participated in the survey conducted by ‘Diia’ one year ago. This survey became the most extensive in scale.

We have been working on the project of replacing the coat of arms for over a year and can finally announce all the details of the historical project “Trident of the Motherland” – the replacement of the coat of arms of the USSR with the trident on the shield of the Motherland Monument. This is a very complex process, which is why the ideas and intentions to do this in the early years of Independence remained unrealized. The funds for restoring historical justice have been collected solely from major businesses that want to be involved in this significant project in every sense.

So, we are working with a unique sculpture, a representative of the older generation, which accepts the new reality with its steel heart and contributes to the fight for our freedom and independence,” said Oleksandr Tkachenko, Minister of Culture and Information Policy.

Read more on the website of the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy.