Envelope with special cancellation «10 years. Special Operations Forces»

The Special Operations Forces are the youngest and one of the most advanced branches of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Over the past ten years, SOF operators have taken part in some of the most significant operations of the Russian-Ukrainian War, earning a reputation as elite professionals entrusted with the military's most demanding missions. They operate deep behind enemy lines, in temporarily occupied territories, and across land, sea, and air domains, often preparing the battlefield for subsequent offensive operations.

Selection for the Special Operations Forces is among the most demanding in the Ukrainian military: only around 10% of applicants successfully complete the qualification process. Operators are trained according to the principle of interchangeability, meaning every team member masters multiple specialties and can assume the responsibilities of a fellow operator whenever necessary. This versatility and autonomy enable small teams to operate independently, far from conventional military support.

The envelope features artwork based on a quote from a poem by Ukrainian poet Taras Shevchenko — “And there will be no enemy on the renewed land…” — and bears the “Trident” postmark with a special cancellation “10 years. Special Operations Forces”.

Issued as part of the “Personalized Stamp” project.