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The Army organizes a full Children’s Day event! Music performance, prize draw, artillery and tank show

Royal Thai Army, The Royal Thai Army holds a full Children's Day event! This year it was held at the Royal Thai Army at Ratchadamnoen after moving to the 2nd Infantry Regiment at Sanam Pao for many years. "Uncle Tor" opened the museum building - the wall of memories for people to learn about history, perform music, draw prizes, and display cannons and tanks. As usual, no helicopter announcement of moving schedule. Lt. Col. Kannanat Phonnipatkul, Assistant Spokesperson of the Royal Thai Army, revealed that on the occasion of National Children's Day this Saturday, January 13, 2024, Army Commander-in-Chief Gen. Charoenchai Hinthao (Commander of the Army) provides policy to military units throughout the country. Open space in the military camp Organize activities for the children in a variety of formats In the central area of ??Bangkok this year, it is scheduled to be held at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters. Ratchadamnoen Nok Road, Phra Nakhon District, from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. This year's speciality is Arm y Commander Want to open space for children Visited the Royal Thai Army Museum in honor of His Majesty the King. and the Army Memorial Wall Which showcases knowledge about the history and evolution of the Royal Thai Army as well as weapons and equipment from the past to the present along with a tour of the exhibition showing the history and royal duties of His Majesty the King to honor him on the occasion of the auspicious year. Celebrating His Majesty the King's 6th Cycle Birthday Anniversary, 72nd Anniversary At the same time on the center stage of the event Army Commander and the committee of supervisors We have also prepared many prizes to give to the children. who joined the activity Including being assigned to the Royal Thai Army Music Department Sing songs to create fun and enjoyment. interspersed with children's performances and youth in the area and playing games to win various prizes that the Royal Thai Army's partner agencies support Delivering happiness to children throughout the day. In addition , children also have fun with various outdoor activities. that military units have come to organize Including guidance for educational institutions, cadets, Royal Thai Armed Forces Medical and Nursing Schools, display of weapons and equipment of combat units that can be used for both national defense missions. and helping people This year, aircraft displays, forest survival demonstrations, flash gun shows, and military dog ??shows are prohibited. Muay Thai dance performance, etc. For traveling to the Royal Thai Army Headquarters You can come by public car or park your personal car in the nearby areas that the Royal Thai Army has prepared, including Wat Sommanat Ratchaworawihan, Wat Makut Kasatriyaram Ratchaworawihan, and Wat Tri Thotsathep Worawihan. Including the roadside Ratchadamnoen Nok, Liap Klong Phadung Kasem Road and Democracy Road behind the Royal Thai Army Headquarters Throughout the duration of the activity and in the regional areas, children can participate in activities at Army units in various areas. The same was held at King Naresuan the Great Camp, Phitsanulok Province, Suranaree Camp, Nakhon Ratchasima Province, Burachat Camp, Ratchaburi Province, Vajiravudh Camp, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province and Sirindhorn Camp, Pattani Province. The Army Commander emphasized Emphasize military units responsible for all areas to explain details of various activities. Introduces useful information and precautions regarding weapons and equipment. Including strict control of safety measures throughout the event. To enable children to have understanding and open new perspectives. Gain full experience from a military unit. It is in line with this year's Children's Day motto: "Look at the world, be creative. respect differences Let's build democracy together" For displaying weapons and equipment Modern equipment of the Royal Thai Army for children to come see, such as 2 Humvees equipped with weapons, 2 wheeled armored vehicles (BTR-3E1), 2 M1126 Stryker wheeled armored vehicles. 2 120mm rubber-wheeled self-propelled grenade launchers (ATTM), large multi-purpose rescue vehicles/with air cushions, 2 units of 40mm L70 type grenade launchers. Starstreak, 2 firing units, 35 mm Oerlikon GDF007, 2 firing units, 2 4 x 4 type 51 ambulance vehicles, building fire extinguishing vehicle with remote control system (LUF 60 section), armored vehicles. 2 VN - 1 rubber wheels, 2 AIR BOATs, NCK set (CLASS A - C), laser shooting training aid with score recorder , Explosive ordnance disposal set, 1 set, or as appropriate. and 1 company kitchen vehicle On the same day, the Royal Thai Army announced the transfer of weapons and equipment for displaying military activities. On the occasion of National Children's Day 2024 at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters (RTA), moving from the unit location on 10 Jan. '24 and moving back on 13 Jan. '24. Use various routes as well. Source: Thai News Agency