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Greek Contingent Commander, Lieutenant Colonel (OF-4) DimitriosBoudouris on his birthday, which coincided with the Ukrainian holiday.Later, Ukrainian KFOR Commander greeted subordinates and guestswith the greatest national holiday. Ukrainian Chief of Staff,Major (OF-3) Oles Brykin read the congratulation letters from Ministryof Defense of Ukraine, Ukrainian Chief of General Staff, leadership ofJoint Task Force Command, and Ukrainian Navy. Numerous servicemenwere presented with certificates of appreciation for eminent results inservice. In his speech, MNTF-E Commander Brigadier General KeithD. Jones congratulated with "red-letter day" and thanked Ukrainianpeacekeepers for excellence in carrying out their duties in the mission.After, the parade of Ukrainian contingent's sub-units, all attendees weregiven an opportunity to see the festive show, organized by the UkrainianMarines. The soldiers demonstrated the best skills and methodsof mortal combat they have been taught during service. The guestwere impressed deeply by willpower and mental strength, displayedby Marines, their jumpingand acrobat items on theprogram, including team's,pairs and solos. Somesoldiers broke, with theirhands and heads, tilescovered with flame. At theend of the demonstration,guests applauded, andparticipants shook theirhands personally. BrigadierGeneral Keith D. Jonesposed for a photo withUkrainian soldiers, whoparticipated in the festiveshow. Lastly, all guests andservicemen were invited toenjoy the meals of traditionalUkrainian cuisine.KFOR Chronicle, August, 2009 15