(For Honor!) is a powerful phrase in the Romanian language, serving as both a core military motto and a philosophical ideal of moral integrity. The Military Significance
„Pentru Onoare! Pentru Patrie! Pentru Tricolor!” (For Honor! For Country! For the Tricolour!).
It is inscribed in golden letters on the reverse of the military colors (flags) of the National Army's units.
The value of honor is central to various Romanian institutions and cultural expressions: Revista Haemus Nr. 62-65 - 2021/'22 - Part II - Calaméo
In societal terms, "honor" is often contrasted with "cowardice"; it is the choice to fight for one's values rather than flee from responsibility. Cultural & Institutional Usage
Defined by Dexonline as "probitate" (probity), "corectitudine" (correctness), and "demnitate" (dignity).
A historical term ( câmp de onoare ) used to describe the battlefield where soldiers sacrificed their lives for their nation.
In a military context, the phrase is most prominently used in the Republic of Moldova. It forms the official motto of the :