Ministry of Defence Marks 139 Years, Visits Wounded Soldiers to Boost Morale and Reaffirm Care for Those Who Sacrificed for the Nation

The Ministry of Defence marked its 139th founding anniversary without abandoning its personnel, visiting wounded soldiers to provide encouragement and reaffirm commitment to caring for those who sacrificed for the nation, reflecting the enduring power of sacrifice and national unity. On April 29, 2025, in celebration of the Ministry of Defence's 139th anniversary, the ministry organized visits to injured military personnel who were wounded while performing their duties, aiming to boost morale and encourage those who made sacrifices for the country. At 10:30 a.m., Deputy Permanent Secretary Thorapong Malakam, representing the Defence Minister, accompanied by vice permanent secretaries, representatives of the Supreme Commander and military branch commanders, and heads of attached units, visited wounded personnel who were injured in counterterrorism operations and national defense missions at the Military Hospital. The visit demonstrated the ministry's care and commitment to supporting military personnel who perform their duties with bravery and dedication, with the deputy permanent secretary offering encouragement and presenting welfare gifts as tokens of gratitude from the institution and the public to frontline personnel. These activities continue the ministry's 139-year tradition of safeguarding national independence, sovereignty, and peace while maintaining continuous welfare support and morale for military personnel. The anniversary commemoration also serves to reflect on the institution's history and honor those who dedicated themselves to the nation, showcasing the enduring power of sacrifice and unity that has remained steadfast to the present day.