The Croatian Army, through training at the "Marko Babić" Leader Development Center, demonstrates how it creates prepared, motivated, and stress-resistant leaders who will be the foundation of modern military operations, said Brigadier General Valentin Skroza.

On a route 88 kilometers long, 29 participants of the 11th generation of training at the "Marko Babić" Leader Development Center completed a march from Udbina to Knin, and the arrival ceremony was held at the Knin Fortress on July 17, 2024.

Numerous family members welcomed the participants at the Knin Fortress. On this occasion, they were awarded certificates and badges confirming the successful completion of the training. The best participant received a special gift - an HS-9 pistol with a dedication from the Chief of the General Staff of the Croatian Armed Forces.

Unique Training in the Croatian Army
Congratulating the participants, the Deputy Commander of the Croatian Land Forces, Brigadier General Valentin Skroza, emphasized the importance of the training conducted at the "Marko Babić" Leader Development Center.

"This specific training within the Croatian Army, which takes place under conditions of programmed high psycho-physical stress and controlled stress, enables the verification, recognition, and development of military leaders," said General Skroza. He stressed that the extreme weather conditions during the training are among the most demanding, and all participants demonstrated high readiness for future challenges.

"The Croatian Army, through this training, demonstrates how it creates prepared, motivated, and stress-resistant leaders who will be crucial in modern combat operations. With this approach, the Croatian Army ranks alongside modern Western armies, ready to respond to the challenges of an unstable global environment," said General Skroza.

The training takes place through a series of rigorous exercises and tasks that include simulations of real combat conditions. Participants go through physical and mental tests that prepare them for real situations they will face as leaders within the military system. This includes long marches, survival in nature, as well as team tasks that require a high degree of coordination and cooperation.

The Croatian Army also invests in technology and modernization of training. Participants use the latest equipment and technologies applied in military operations around the world. In this way, soldiers acquire the necessary knowledge and skills that will enable them to perform tasks more efficiently in the future.

This type of training also aims to develop emotional intelligence and decision-making ability under pressure. Through various scenarios, soldiers learn how to manage stress, make quick and accurate decisions, and effectively lead their teams in complex situations.

General Skroza also emphasized that it is extremely important to continue investing in training and developing military leaders so that the Croatian Army remains ready for all future challenges. In the future, the "Marko Babić" Leader Development Center plans to introduce additional programs and courses that will further enhance the capabilities of Croatian soldiers.

In the end, the successful march from Udbina to Knin symbolizes not only the physical endurance of the participants but also their determination, dedication, and readiness to take responsibility as future military leaders. This event represents an important step in their professional development and confirms the high standards that the Croatian Army sets for its members.