211 GDF ranks successfully complete basic recruit training
Another 211 of the country’s youth have committed to serve in the Guyana Defence Force following their successful completion of the Basic Recruit Course.
Acting Chief of Staff, Colonel Julius Skeete inspecting the Guard of Honour
Following 12 weeks of intense induction training, designed to transform their minds and bodies, making them fit for a military career, the newest batch of soldiers was officially welcomed to the Force following their graduation parade held on the Patrick Williams Drill Square, Colonel John Clarke Military School, Tacama. Of those graduating, 30 are females.
Acting Chief of Staff, Colonel Julius Skeete, while congratulating the new soldiers, was firm in communicating to them the Force’s expectations. He reminded that their careers have only now begun, and that brought with it much responsibility.
Some of the ranks during training
“This is where it really starts. You will be seen as upholders of high values and standards. Our society will expect you to defend our territorial integrity; you will be expected to show leadership in your homes, and communities and be role models to youths everywhere. Wherever you go, whether in or out of the uniform, our nation will expect and demand the highest standards from you,” he urged.
Private Trevin Williams, a resident of Upper Mazaruni, emerged as the Best Graduating Student, while Private Shamar Stevens copped the prize for Runner-up Student.
Private Nikassi Fraser won the prize for Best Military Knowledge and Private Stevens also received the prize for Best Fitness. The prizes for Best Shot and Best Drill went to Privates Kelson Williams and Joshua Fiffee, respectively. (GDF)
