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It is with feelings of immense joy and pride that we are gathered here today, at the confirmation ceremony of the new permanent non-commissioned officers, with which we officially welcome them into the great family of the National Guard.
Young and new non-commissioned officers class of 2023,
You have just given your pledge of allegiance to your country. I want to welcome you, extend the State's sincere congratulations on your successful attendance at the Army, Air Force and Navy Permanent NCO Schools, and wish you productive service in the military.
Proud relatives of the new permanent non-commissioned officers,
You deserve hearty congratulations for raising your children with principles, values and ideals. Today you are present with us and you strut with them in the newfound assurance they give to the National Guard and to their country."
"Nothin' ar' nicer than another patrice," submits the eminent proverbial poet Theogneis. That is to say, there is nothing more beloved than the homeland.
Young and Young Permanent NCOs,
Seeing your labors and efforts rewarded today, I am sure you feel great pride as you enter a new path in life, fully identified with the sacred duty of defending the independence, freedom and territorial integrity of our homeland.
Your choice to walk the difficult path of military life and contribution to the homeland I am sure that you have made it absolutely consciously and for this you deserve more respect and many congratulations.
So far you have responded adequately and successfully completed your studies at the higher military schools of Greece. Equipped, now, with the necessary knowledge and the physical and mental stamina, you are called upon to successfully complete your military career and offer the best of your strength for the fulfillment of the mission of the National Guard.
The demands and obligations arising from your duties are many and require hard work, but we are convinced that with your stubbornness and determination, you will fully meet them and professionally offer your best for the good of the National Guard.
I invite you to put into practice and make the spirit of the Greek soldier a way of life.
Face with patience and perseverance every difficulty that will be presented before you and strengthen your mental strength.
Observing with reverence the rules of military discipline and ethics, command your subordinates with humanity and respect.
Be an example of modesty, seriousness and selflessness for them, always bearing in mind that the personnel is the most precious asset for fulfilling the mission to which the State has assigned us.
Be demanding of yourselves and your subordinates and strive for the best, always within the framework of observing security rules, military regulations, good administration and mutual respect.
We are going through an extremely critical period with occupying Turkey having escalated its actions and aggressive rhetoric to a dangerous degree and proceeding to create a fait accompli on our occupied territories.
We are going through an extremely critical period with occupying Turkey having escalated its actions and aggressive rhetoric to a dangerous degree and proceeding to create a fait accompli on our occupied territories.
We are going through an extremely critical period with occupying Turkey having escalated its actions and aggressive rhetoric to a dangerous degree and proceeding to create a fait accompli on our occupied territories.
In this volatile and ever-changing geopolitical environment, the state bases its diplomatic efforts on the presence of a strong National Guard, as the preeminent pillar of political and diplomatic power.
Therefore, we expect a lot from you, our new officers, and I am confident that you will live up to our trust and expectations.
I wish you every success in your professional military careers and the achievement of our common goals.
(AF/SX)
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