Completion of basic military training of the 42nd generation of conscripts in Požega with the award ceremony and commendation ceremony

In the barracks "123rd Brigade HV" in Požega, on June 21, 2024, a ceremony was held to mark the completion of basic military training for the 42nd generation of recruits, with awards and commendations presented to the most successful recruits.

In the Basic Training Battalion, Infantry and Armor Training Center of the Training and Doctrine Command of the Croatian Army "Fran Krsto Frankopan" in Požega, the training for the 42nd generation of recruits in voluntary military training was completed.

Participation of recruits
A total of 100 recruits, including 17 girls, completed the eight-week basic military training. On this occasion, a ceremony was held in the barracks "123rd Brigade HV" to mark the completion of the training, and awards and commendations were given to the most successful recruits.

Competition for the best recruit
Before the end of the training, a competition for the best recruit was held, where the most prepared recruits demonstrated their newly acquired military skills and psychophysical readiness. The winners of the competition are recruit Filip Lončarević and recruit Patricija Šalinović. Both were commended in writing for completing the assigned tasks and were awarded the Volunteer Recruit badge.

Start and completion of training
The training began on April 25, 2024, and with its successful completion, the recruits gained the military-professional specialty of infantry shooter. This fulfilled one of the prescribed conditions for a professional military career. They will have the opportunity to further develop the acquired basic military skills and knowledge in the continuation of their military career in the ranks of the Croatian Armed Forces.