Lithuania Honors New Generation of Officers

This year's graduation ceremony at the General Jonas Zemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania marked a significant milestone for 70 new officers who have completed their training. Among them were 12 women and 8 officers who have obtained a master's degree and specialization in the Air Force. Minister of National Defence Dovile Sakaliene congratulated the soldiers, emphasizing the importance of professional and strategically thinking officers in the current security environment. The new officers have undergone physical and psychological preparation and leadership training, preparing them to become defenders of the state's values.

Key Takeaways:

• 70 new officers were awarded their first officer rank - lieutenant at the graduation ceremony, including 12 women and 8 officers with a master's degree and specialization in the Air Force.
• The class included 58 men and 12 women, who completed a cycle of physical and psychological preparation and leadership training.
• Minister of National Defence Dovile Sakaliene emphasized the importance of professional and strategically thinking officers in the current security environment.
• The new officers have been prepared to lead and make decisions, inspiring and setting an example for their soldiers.
• The President of the Republic of Lithuania, Gitanas Nausėda, traditionally touched the shoulder of each graduate with his sword, marking their transition to an officer.
• Lt. Justas Budrikas from Silute was awarded the Soldier's Sword of Honor as the best graduate of the class.

Statistics:

• 70 new officers were awarded their first officer rank - lieutenant.
• 12 women were among the graduating class.
• 8 officers obtained a master's degree and specialization in the Air Force.
• 58 men were part of the graduating class.
• 12 women and 58 men completed the training program.

Sources:

• [Government of the Republic of Lithuania]