Visit to the 15th Army Division to encourage soldiers and check enemy readiness… Order to “immediately overwhelm in case of provocation”
Table of Contents
- 1 Visit to the 15th Army Division to encourage soldiers and check enemy readiness… Order to “immediately overwhelm in case of provocation”
- 2 BTS’s Private RM from the Military Band Also Participates in the Troop Review
- 3 – What were the main objectives of President Yoon Seok-yeol’s visit to the 15th Army Division?
BTS’s Private RM from the Military Band Also Participates in the Troop Review
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President Yoon Seok-yeol visits the 15th Division in Gangwon Province for Chuseok
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol is taking a commemorative photo with soldiers after taking a commemorative photo with them at the review stand of the 15th Division Command in Gangwon Province, the front line of the Army, on the 17th, Chuseok. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Guk-gi = On the 17th, Chuseok, President Yoon Seok-yeol visited the 15th Division of the Army, a frontline unit in Gangwon Province, and encouraged the soldiers serving in the defense of the country even during the holiday so that the people could enjoy the holiday.
President Yoon first visited the 15th Division Medical Battalion’s ‘Victory Hospital’, the first in the Army to provide medical services to both soldiers’ families and local residents.
President Yoon received a report on the status of Seungri Hospital from 15th Division Commander Kang Hyeon-woo, greeted local residents and military families in Hwacheon County, and then toured the dental clinic, pediatric clinic, ophthalmology clinic, and emergency room.
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President Yoon then moved to the 15th Division headquarters and wrote in the guestbook, “Victory Unit! We are proud and strong.”
President Yoon told the 15th Division commander, “If the enemy provokes us, we will respond immediately and overwhelmingly in accordance with the principle of ‘take action first, report later’ to completely crush the enemy’s will,” Blue House Spokesperson Jeong Hye-jeon reported.
President Yoon also promised, “As Commander-in-Chief, I will do my best to improve working conditions so that you can focus on your duties without worry, and so that you can feel proud of the uniform you are wearing.”
President Yoon Seok-yeol visits the 15th Division in Gangwon Province for Chuseok
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol is giving a speech while encouraging the soldiers after taking a commemorative photo with them at the review stand of the 15th Division of the Army in Gangwon Province on the 17th, the Chuseok holiday. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
President Yoon Seok-yeol visits the 15th Army Division Command Guestbook
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = Guestbook written by President Yoon Seok-yeol during his visit to the 15th Army Division Command in Gangwon Province on the 17th, the Chuseok holiday. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
Next, President Yoon visited the combat control room and received a report on the military readiness posture from Division Commander Kang. He said, “The 15th Division is an invincible victorious unit that annihilated the enemy’s 7th Division in the Battle of Goseong, Gangwon-do during the Korean War. It is a unit with a great tradition to which former President Syngman Rhee bestowed a title. I am reassured that the entire division is maintaining a firm readiness posture befitting its brilliant history and honor.”
In a meeting with junior officers, President Yoon encouraged them for their hard work by checking on whether they had eaten songpyeon, and he also asked the non-commissioned officer in charge of the soldiers’ mess hall what kind of food the younger generation likes these days.
While doing so, he said, “If you eat well, you can train well and develop fighting power,” and instructed that units in remote areas be provided with sufficient canned food and combat rations.
He also said that for a sergeant whose wife is serving in the same unit, having his family together will be a great source of support, and that he plans to “create many organizations in the future that can provide medical benefits to military families and local residents.”
President Yoon Seok-yeol, 15th Division Primary Officers Meeting
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol is holding a meeting with junior officers at the 15th Division Command in Gangwon Province, the front line, on the 17th, Chuseok. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
President Yoon Seok-yeol visits the 15th Division in Gangwon Province for Chuseok
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol is clapping after taking a commemorative photo with soldiers of the 15th Division of the Army in Gangwon Province on the 17th, Chuseok. To the lower right of President Yoon is Private First Class Kim Nam-joon (RM), the leader of BTS, who is serving in the 15th Division military band. 2024.9. 17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
President Yoon moved to the division review unit, encouraged the 500 or so division soldiers gathered there, and took a commemorative photo.
Also present at the event was Private First Class Kim Nam-joon (RM), the leader of the group BTS, who donated 100 million won to the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs’ ‘Uniform Worker Appreciation Campaign’ on the 12th. Private First Class Kim enlisted in the active-duty army in December of last year and is currently serving in the 15th Division Military Band.
President Yoon said, “National defense and security are the most important national functions, and the national economy can only stand on national security,” emphasizing that “your hard work serves as the mainstay of the national economy.”
President Yoon presented a set of 1,000 songpyeon (Korean rice cakes) to the unit with the words, “Thank you for your hard work, soldiers,” and shook hands with each soldier and took pictures with them.
On this day, President Yoon visited the 15th Division and was accompanied by Minister of National Defense Kim Yong-hyun, Hwacheon County Governor Choi Moon-soon, and Hwacheon County Health and Medical Center Director Lee Jae-seong. From the presidential office, National Security Office Director Shin Won-sik, National Security Office 2nd Deputy Director In Seong-hwan, and Defense Secretary Choi Byeong-ok attended.
President Yoon Seok-yeol visits the 15th Division in Gangwon Province for Chuseok
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol is taking a commemorative photo with soldiers of the 15th Division of the Army in Gangwon Province on the 17th, Chuseok. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
Songpyeon set delivered to soldiers of the 15th Division for Chuseok
(Seoul = Yonhap News) Reporter Hong Hae-in = President Yoon Seok-yeol visited the 15th Army Division in Gangwon Province on the 17th, the Chuseok holiday. The photo shows 1,000 sets of songpyeon delivered to soldiers of the 15th Division during President Yoon’s visit. 2024.9.17 [대통령실 제공. 재판매 및 DB 금지] hihong@yna.co.kr
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– What were the main objectives of President Yoon Seok-yeol’s visit to the 15th Army Division?
President Yoon Seok-yeol Visits 15th Army Division to Boost Morale and Inspect Readiness
On the occasion of Chuseok, a traditional Korean harvest festival, President Yoon Seok-yeol paid a visit to the 15th Army Division in Gangwon Province, a frontline unit that plays a crucial role in the country’s defense. The President’s visit aimed to boost the morale of the soldiers and inspect the unit’s readiness to respond to any potential threats.
Encouraging Soldiers and Inspecting Military Readiness
During his visit, President Yoon encouraged the soldiers, emphasizing the importance of their duties in safeguarding the nation, even during the holiday season. He also inspected the military readiness posture of the unit, receiving a report from Division Commander Kang Hyeon-woo on the unit’s preparedness to respond to any provocations.
“Take Action First, Report Later” – President Yoon’s Message
In a strong message to the soldiers, President Yoon instructed them to respond immediately and overwhelmingly to any provocations, in accordance with the principle of “take action first, report later.” This message underscored the President’s commitment to defending the country against any potential threats.
Improving Working Conditions for Soldiers
President Yoon also pledged to improve the working conditions for the soldiers, ensuring that they can focus on their duties without worrying about their well-being. He emphasized that as Commander-in-Chief, he would do his best to create an environment where soldiers can feel proud to wear their uniform.
BTS’s RM Participates in Troop Review
In a surprise move, BTS’s Private RM, who is currently serving in the military, participated in the troop review, further boosting the morale of the soldiers.
Visiting the 15th Division Medical Battalion
Before visiting the 15th Division headquarters, President Yoon stopped by the 15th Division Medical Battalion’s ‘Victory Hospital’, which provides medical services to both soldiers’ families and local residents. He received a report on the status of the hospital from Division Commander Kang and toured the dental clinic, pediatric clinic, ophthalmology clinic, and emergency room.
A Symbolic Visit to the Frontline
The President’s visit to the 15th Army Division in Gangwon Province, a region that has played a significant role in the country’s defense, carries symbolic importance. The 15th Division has a rich history, having annihilated the enemy’s 7th Division in the Battle of Goseong during the Korean War. President Yoon’s visit serves as a reminder of the country’s commitment to defense and national security.
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