Symposium Honors Queen Marie's Legacy
The International Symposium, Queen Marie – Queen of the Great Union, was held today at the State University of Moldova (USM), marking the continuation of Queen Maria's Days in Chisinau. The event, featuring historians, diplomats, and officials from both sides of the Prut River, focused on Queen Maria's significant role in the consolidation and modernization of Romania, CE Report quotes MOLDPRES
USM Rector Igor Sarov highlighted Queen Maria’s dedication to Romania's destiny and the importance of education in promoting Romanian national values. "Queen Marie serves as a symbol of strength and determination, inspiring the future generations to embrace Romanian heritage," Sarov remarked.
Ion Tighineanu, President of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, praised Queen Maria’s efforts in promoting international recognition of a united Romania. "She was a political talent, the first to place united Romania on the global map," he said, adding that Queen Maria's promotion of Romanian culture, including the traditional blouse now part of UNESCO’s heritage, was significant.
Historians and scholars discussed Queen Maria’s impact on Romanian society, her relationship with the Orthodox Church, and her efforts in education and European integration. Queen Maria’s contributions as a symbol of unity for Romanians on both sides of the Prut were emphasized by Sorin Șipoș, Vice-Rector of the University of Oradea, who noted her empathy and support for Romanians who had suffered under foreign domination.
The event also saw the awarding of the "Nicolae Milescu Spătarul" medal to Iulian Rusanovschi and Dumitru Preda for their contributions to diplomacy and historical scholarship.
The Queen Marie monument was unveiled in Chisinau on March 27, further commemorating Queen Maria’s legacy, marking the 107th anniversary of Bessarabia’s Union with Romania.
