The day of the scout begins its history back in the 19th century, when the first intelligence agency, the "Expedition of Secret Affairs under the Ministry of War," appeared in the Russian state. Then in the beginning of the 20th century, in 1918, a military intelligence agency appeared - the department for the coordination of the efforts of all the army's intelligence agencies, which later, from the time of the dissolution of the Soviet Union, was transformed into a modern reconnaissance system. The day of the military scout begins precisely with these events.
However, it was not until 2000 that an official holiday was introduced by the order of the Minister of Defense, the Day of the Military Intelligence Officer. It is celebrated on November 5, which can also be considered the date of the appearance of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation.
The day of the scout in Russia enjoys special respect, and this is not accidental. The profession of a scout has long been associated with the protection of the state, with particular courage, ingenuity, endurance and the ability to take risks. Not without reason, in 2008, in his speech, President Putin noted the "impeccable training, competence and unique experience" of Russian intelligence workers.
Day of the scout in Ukraine
Day of the scout in Ukraine originates in 1992. It was then that the first intelligence agency of independent Ukraine was created, which was confirmed by the presidential decree "On the Office of Military Strategic Intelligence of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine."
The very same day the Day of the Scout appeared much later, only in 2007. The day of celebration by the Ministry of Defense was set for September 7, on this day and the first intelligence organ of Ukraine appeared in the distant 92-m.
The day of the scout in Ukraine was created to emphasize the importance of this profession for the country, to develop a sense of patriotism and fidelity to fighting traditions, to raise the prestige of military service.