Young recruits on duty: Carinthia's military strengthens society

Young recruits on duty: Carinthia's military strengthens society

At the foot of the impressive Hochosterwitz Castle, a solemn vow ceremony of the Austrian Federal Army Recruitment recently took place. The event included members of Pionier Battalion 1 from the Rohr barracks, the Jäger Battalion from the Kehvenhvenhüller barracks and the staff battalion 7. The solemn act that took place in September and October should welcome the new to defend and protect the country.

Governor Deputy Gaby Schaunig emphasized the social importance of the federal army in her speech. "The young people who make themselves available not only support in the Heimatzone, but are also ready to use their skills in crisis situations such as storms or when preparing drinking water in Klagenfurt," she said. This shows how important the service in the Federal Army is for society.

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Schauning knew how to point out the idea that peace is not a matter of course. With a reference to the current global location, it made it clear that of 193 countries worldwide only 59 are peaceful and the rest is affected by different conflicts. This is the highest number since the start of the records. The 8 percent of the global population living in fully democratic states were also addressed to raise awareness of the challenges in many regions of the earth.

An important point in the speech by Brigadier Horst Hofer, the military commander, was the importance of the soldier's profession. He described it as both varied and as a meaningful profession. The recruits would learn values that they accompany them for a lifetime while developing important skills that they can support in different life situations.

The event not only served to welcome the new recruits, but should also contribute to a strong social identity. Through the service in the army, the young women and men show that they are willing to take responsibility and to work for the well -being of their fellow human beings.

The ceremony at the historical location of the Hochosterwitz Castle made a lasting impression on those present. A place that embodies tradition and history made the celebration all the more meaningful. The successful service will thus be the beginning of a formative chapter in the lives of recruits who are willing to carry the values of the Federal Army and to put themselves in the service of society.