We met Private First Class Pham Viet Hung, Squad 2, Platoon 1, Company 1, Guard Battalion after he completed his afternoon guard duty. The summer sun in the mountainous region blew on his “bright-colored” skin, making it even darker. Pham Viet Hung said: “On duty in front of the gate of the Command, maintaining the entry and exit of all soldiers and civilians coming to work at the unit, we have to concentrate, grasp the regulations, and complete our work well at all times. For each guard soldier, the difficulties and challenges are not only in the erratic and harsh weather but also in ensuring regularity, unity, and compliance with orders; at the same time, promptly handling situations that arise to absolutely protect the safety of the area under our responsibility.”

Changing of the guard.
Officers and soldiers of the Guard Battalion, General Staff of the 2nd Corps always maintain strict, regular and serious guard at the gates.

With the mission of being ready to fight, patrolling and guarding, controlling and protecting the absolute safety of the Command and the agencies of the Corps; practicing plans and being ready to handle A2 situations; undertaking military control in the province, honoring soldiers, welcoming guests, contributing to maintaining political security and social order and safety in the stationed area... the officers and soldiers of the Guard Battalion always uphold the tradition of "Solid as steel - Firm as copper - Clear as mirror", striving to complete all assigned tasks.

Practice combat readiness plans to protect the target.

According to Lieutenant Colonel Bui Van Nhan, Battalion Commander of the Guard Battalion: The "secret" to making guards self-conscious in performing their duties is first of all the example set by officers at all levels in the unit; doing a good job of disseminating and educating to raise awareness and responsibility for each soldier. Strictly maintaining order and steps in the process of leading, changing, and handing over the guard, especially grasping responsibilities, tasks, guard range, regulations on the use of guns and ammunition, especially etiquette and manners during night guard duty.

Regularly train the team's command movements, vehicle identification methods, and methods of checking people and goods entering and leaving the guard gate. At the same time, train each soldier to be extremely flexible in handling situations, maintaining standard manners when standing guard, and creating a good impression on visitors entering and leaving the agency...

Article and photos: VAN TUYEN