President implores cadets to continue service for nation’s development

Nov 19, 2012 News

Eleven cadets, including one female, dazzled onlookers with a demonstration of the myriad of skills they obtained during nine months of rigorous training.
The occasion was the annual Cadet’s Day, which was held yesterday at the Guyana Defence Force Base Camp Stephenson, Timehri.
The cadets showcased knowledge and skills in seven areas of combat preparedness. This included a brief display of martial arts techniques; Run and Assault Course; Rappelling and House Clearing display; Falling Plates Shoot; Weapons Display; Ravine Crossing and Jungle Survival.
As if on the battle field, the Run and Assault Course entailed rope climbing, wall scaling, jumping through fire and perimeter security. This showed the Cadets’ stamina, physical preparedness and assault formation training.

Cadets dismantle their weapons blindfolded

The rappelling and house clearing display had the crowd on the edge of their seats when the Cadets rappelled from a GDF helicopter and descended on a makeshift house, simulating the hideout of four heavily armed high-profile criminals.
Commander in Chief, President Donald Ramotar was among the dignitaries and specially invited guests.
Prime Minister Samuel Hinds, Fire Chief Marlon Gentle, Assistant Commissioner of Police Balram Persaud, parents and training and other senior military officers also made up the gathering.
In brief remarks President Ramotar thanked and praised army members for ensuring the continued security of the nation.
The President in his inaugural address to Cadets congratulated them and emphasized the imperativeness of their service in providing security for a technologically and scientifically growing nation. “The rapid development of science and technology will demand us in providing security for our nation and development of society.” “For us (Government) to concentrate on production and productivity, concentrate on developing cultural levels and all other aspects of life- it has to be done in a secure environment…this is indispensable for the development of any society,” the President insisted.
The Commander in Chief urged the Cadets to continue to strive for excellence. He posited that the nation’s security was as a result of the sacrifice, voluntary and unselfishness of the military men and women who are in the frontline of the country’s defence.

Cadets rappel down helicopter ropes before descending on the makeshift criminal house

Chief of Staff, Commodore Gary Best also congratulated the Cadets before encouraging them to embrace the hardships of military life. Commodore Best directed the cadets to maximize their abilities and their training for the job of command, emphasizing on the area of leadership.
He affirmed that only the correct attitude and diligent application of training would produce professionals in the military field.
The crowd was also invited to witness the Cadets’ weapon display. After explaining and educating on the origins and makeup of the weapons, the Cadets dismantled the firearms blindfolded, changed positions and reassembled the arms with their eyes still covered.
The ravine crossing and jungle survival were most entertaining when the Cadets showed those present how to set traps for food, start fires, build shelter and to find food in the jungle when supplies run out. One of the highlights was seeing Cadet Officer Stacy Codogan eat a large coconut worm and invite a member of the crowd to have a taste.
Even the President joined in when the female explained that kappadulla was a good source of water. The President joked about the side effects of the wood.

Ravine crossing and rappelling

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