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By February 27, the conflict intensified as civilian volunteers joined the fight to defend their city. The local government urged citizens to arm themselves, exemplifying a grassroots resistance that contributed significantly to the city’s defense mechanism. National Guard units reinforced the defenses, undertaking daring operations to thwart Russian advances. The defense of Chernihiv was not merely a military endeavor; it intertwined a communal spirit akin to a united front.