Leibgard Cossacks Memorial Service, dinner and opening of events for the 5th Cossack Congress in America

On October 10th, 2014 Cossacks and guest of Montreal gathered together in the Cossack Chapel and held a memorial service for the Leibgard Cossacks. After the service, the Ataman of the Cossack Congress in America Iegor Brun de Saint Hippolyte gave a speech in honor of the fallen Leibgard Cossacks, and of all fallen Cossacks. Memory eternal!

Following the memorial service, the Cossacks and guests gathered around the dinner table, by which time the priest had blessed the food. This night marks the opening of events for the 5th Cossack Congress in America. The annual Congress will commence tomorrow on October 11th, 2014 at 10:00 AM eastern time zone. Follow us on Facebook tomorrow for live updates!

Updated with Pictures (9:06 eastern time zone)