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The Day of Victims of Organized Famine of 1946-1947 is a solemn day observed in Moldova to remember the tragic events that led to widespread hunger and death during the post-war period under Soviet rule. The famine was largely a result of extensive drought, but it was exacerbated by the policies and actions of the Soviet government, including grain requisitioning that deprived local populations of food.
After World War II, the Soviet Union experienced several years of food shortages. The situation was dire in Moldova, then part of the USSR, where a severe drought hit in 1946. The Soviet government continued to collect grain and other foodstuffs for redistribution elsewhere or for export, despite the evident scarcity and suffering this caused among the local population.
On this memorial day, which is observed annually on March 15th since its establishment in 2016:
Remembrance Events: Government officials and citizens participate in events dedicated to remembering those who lost their lives due to starvation. This includes laying flowers at memorials and participating in commemorative ceremonies.
Educational Activities: Schools and educational institutions may organize lessons or presentations aimed at informing students about this period in history.
Media Coverage: Media outlets often publish stories or documentaries providing historical accounts and survivor testimonies to educate the public about the famine's impact on Moldova.
Individuals across Moldova take time to reflect on this dark chapter in their country's history. Some may visit memorials or cemeteries where victims are buried. It is also common for people to light candles in remembrance or attend religious services dedicated to those who perished during this time.
