"Ugniavijas" breathes life into partisan songs: We must remember what they fought for

The male folk music group "Ugniavijas" is breathing new life into partisan songs, emphasizing the importance of remembering the struggles of those who fought for Lithuania. The group, comprised of five robust men, passionately performs military-historical songs.

Kazimieras Sadauskas, a cybersecurity specialist and traveler, is one of the members of "Ugniavijas." He explained that the name "Ugniavijas" was chosen by the group themselves. While the term "ugniavijas" might historically refer to a "thunderbolt sword" associated with Perkūnas, the Lithuanian god of thunder, Sadauskas clarified that their name's origin is self-created and not directly tied to that specific mythological weapon.

The group's performances aim to connect contemporary audiences with the historical narratives and sacrifices of Lithuanian partisans. By reviving these songs, "Ugniavijas" seeks to ensure that the reasons for their fight are not forgotten.