The training ground "blossoms" with determination to win.

Their faces, tanned and drenched in sweat, were those of 18- and 20-year-olds, yet their movements and actions remained swift and precise. It seemed that the goals and targets of the emulation movement celebrating the 133rd anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh 's birth and the 55th anniversary of the 968th Division's tradition (June 28, 1968 / June 28, 2023) had become the driving force for the officers and soldiers to strive for meritorious achievements.

On Hill 25, the training exercise "Company Attack to Capture Targets in Fortified Areas" of Company 6, Battalion 5, is entering a critical phase. Following the command "Charge!" from Captain Ho Nhu Song, Battalion Commander of Battalion 5, the movement of the troops and the shouts of "Charge!" echoed across the hillside. Despite the sweat soaking their shirts, the officers and soldiers were completely absorbed in the scenarios presented.

At the end of the training session, the soldiers quickly returned to their original positions, listened to the Battalion Commander's comments and feedback, pointed out weaknesses, and then continued with the next training session. During the break, the officers and soldiers listened to Major Le Hong Duong, Deputy Head of Political Affairs of the Regiment, recount the Regiment's achievements on the battlefields over the past 55 years. Major Le Hong Duong summarized the stories and heroic examples of generations of officers and soldiers of the Regiment concisely and engagingly. It seemed that Major Le Hong Duong's stories further motivated and strengthened the resolve of the officers and soldiers, making the atmosphere of the next training session even more lively.

Through discussions with officers and soldiers of Battalion 5, I learned that the unit had just successfully completed a platoon-level tactical exercise with live ammunition, achieving 100% proficiency in technique and good tactical skills. During the exercise, many individuals overcame difficulties and successfully completed their tasks, such as Private First Class Ho Van Xuan, a soldier from B41, Platoon 1, Company 5, who volunteered to fire the first shot and immediately neutralized the target; and Private First Class Le Dac Hai, a soldier from Platoon 5, Company 6, who had a fever before the exercise but still made an effort, took medicine, and participated in the exercise with the unit...

Arriving at the AK rifle shooting test site of Battalion 6, we witnessed the determined atmosphere of the new recruits striving for excellent results in the "three shots" test. After each round of target practice, there were continuous rounds of applause, cheering and congratulating the soldiers who achieved excellent shooting results. Having completed the shooting exercise with a high score and received a flower for excellent marksmanship, Private Doan Cong Hieu, a soldier in Platoon 4, Company 9, couldn't hide his joy, saying: "This flower for excellent marksmanship is the most meaningful gift I can offer to celebrate the 133rd anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birth. There are two more test items left, and I will strive to achieve excellent results to be worthy of the support of the officers at all levels and the love and trust of my parents and family."

Captain Nguyen Kim Chuong, Commander of Battalion 6, said: “Today's weather was unfavorable, affecting the aiming, but with effort and determination, the soldiers successfully completed their mission. The results of the AK rifle shooting test (exercise 1) showed nearly 100% passing, with 85% achieving good or excellent scores.” We understand that the motivation stemming from the competitive spirit of all soldiers and the attentive and dedicated support of officers at all levels contributed to the successful training results at Battalion 6.

The spirit of emulation and the affirmation of results and achievements by each officer and soldier of Regiment 19 are the "flowers of decisive victory" offered to celebrate the 133rd anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birth and the 55th anniversary of the Division's traditional day.

Text and photos: NGOC THANG

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