(Baonghean.vn) - In 2017, the 324th Division (Military Region 4) welcomed more than 2,550 new recruits. After one week at the unit, the new recruits have settled into their living quarters and are ready for training. Here are some images from the first days of preparatory training for the new recruits at the unit.
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| The day begins with four morning exercises. Photo: Van Huong |
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Instructions on folding and arranging personal belongings for hygiene purposes are one of the first lessons at the unit. Photo: Van Huong
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| New recruits receive education and instruction on the traditions of the Army, their unit, and military regulations. Photo: Tuong Hieu |
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| Simple movements like saluting in place are meticulously instructed to ensure that new recruits perform them correctly and in accordance with regulations. Photo: Tuong Hieu |
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| Name tags are printed on shirts to prevent them from getting lost. Photo: Van Huong |
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| Taking advantage of their free time, the new recruits tend to the unit's flowerbeds and ornamental plants to ensure the unit's landscape remains green, clean, and beautiful. Photo: Van Huong |
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| To maintain a disciplined lifestyle, new recruits must voluntarily groom their hair, shave their beards, etc. Photo: Tuong Hieu |
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| In addition to military training, the new recruits also engage in agricultural production to provide for their daily meals. Photo: Tuong Hieu |
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| To alleviate any initial awkwardness upon entering the "common home" and help new recruits feel secure and perform their duties well, unit commanders pay attention to, meet with, encourage, and understand the thoughts and aspirations of the new recruits. Photo: Van Huong |
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| Taking advantage of their days off and breaks, the soldiers read books and newspapers and write letters to their families and loved ones. Photo: Tuong Hieu |
Tuong Hieu - Van Huong
