Solutions to win: Lviv fifth-grader uses Olympiad prize money to buy Mavic drone for Ukrainian military
Photo: "Predators of the Heights" of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk
In Lviv, a fifth-grade student used his 50,000 UAH Olympiad prize money to purchase a Mavic drone for the military.
The Unmanned Systems Battalion "Predators of the Heights," part of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk, reported this information on their official page.
As the military notes, fifth-grader Roman Terlych won first place in the Olympiad "Quests and Tests " and received 50,000 hryvnias.
Photo: "Predators of the Heights" of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk
For many, winning prize money might mean fulfilling a long-standing dream, such as buying a new computer, acquiring gadgets, or taking a trip. However, Roman made a different choice.
"Together with his brother and parents, he decided to transfer this money to buy a Mavic for our battalion. They named it Phoenix. Symbolically," the message says.
Photo: "Predators of the Heights" of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk
The commander of the "Predators of the Heights" battalion and Ptashka [i.e. Kateryna Polishchuk, a Ukrainian poet, actress, and volunteer paramedic in the Russian-Ukrainian war, who received the Order "For Courage" 3rd degree in 2022 – ed,] have already received it. Soon the Phoenix will fly into the sky to save lives and defeat the enemy.
"This is not just a drone – it is conscious support, faith in victory, willingness to fight even at such a young age. And this is an example that deserves the greatest respect," the military emphasized and expressed gratitude to Roman, his brother, and, especially, their parents. After all, it was they who raised sons who know the price of freedom and strength of spirit.
Photo: "Predators of the Heights" of the 59th Separate Motorized Infantry Brigade named after Yakiv Handziuk
"Thanks to such families, Ukraine will stand and win," the military concluded.
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Previously, Rubryka reported on 18-year-old Kostia Krasnov, who also has autism and uses his artistic talent to support Ukraine's defenders. After fleeing Donetsk with his family eight years ago, Krasnov now creates artwork for clothing and merchandise, with proceeds benefiting the army. Read more in our article: "Kitty the Defender" and "Ghost of Kyiv": a story of the boy with autism who helps the army.
