25.04.2026 05:52
The principal and teachers of a private kindergarten appeared before Mustafa Kemal Atatürk on the occasion of April 23. However, the organization of a military wreath-laying ceremony during this visit sparked controversy.
Among the visitors who flocked to Anıtkabir on April 23, a wreath ceremony of a kindergarten became a topic of debate on social media.
HEAVY PARTICIPATION FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY
Within the scope of National Sovereignty and Children's Day, citizens from different provinces of Turkey visited Anıtkabir to commemorate Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Among the visitors were the principal and teachers of a private kindergarten.
WREATH DETAIL SPARKS DEBATE
During the visit, the wreath bearing the school's name being carried by soldiers in the ceremony formation drew attention. The images were shared on social media, sparking discussions about the practice.
PRINCIPAL'S POST
After the visit, the kindergarten principal shared on her social media account: “We were in the presence of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. That moment was not just a walk; it was a quiet but powerful expression of respect for the past and hope for the future. Today, we left our children not just a visit, but a consciousness, a value, a legacy.”