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วันศุกร์ที่ 31 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2556
วันอังคารที่ 21 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2556
Historical Development of the Thai Military
Sukhothai Kingdom (1257 – 1438)
King Ramkhamhaeng the
Great (1279 – 1319) expanded the Sukhothai kingdom in all directions through
his astute foreign policy, comprising the complementary elements of national defense
and expansionism. The great king, as well as his successors, fearlessly fought
in the front line along his brave warriors in all battles, inspiring his troops
to decisive victories throughout his reign.
The peacetime kingdom saw
soldiers conduct themselves as law-abiding citizens. When the kingdom was at
war, all physically fit males became soldiers in defense of their motherland.
Though a mighty warrior,
King Ramkhamhaeng extended his paternal love to all his subjects. And, to
express his concern for their happiness and well-being, he introduced the
acclaimed paternalistic system with the king, despite his absolute power,
maintaining a father-son relationship with his subordinates across the kingdom.
The king was always mindful of his subjects’problems and needs.
Unlike the Khmer rulers
who, by virtue of their diving right, would stretch their absolute power to the
full, King Ramkhamhaeng, firm and yet benign, was adored for his righteousness
and for his boundless love and care for all his subjects.
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วันศุกร์ที่ 17 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2556
Take-Off
From the earliest days, man had been dreaming of flying. Not
until 17 December 1903, when the Wright brothers got “The Flyer” off the
ground, did that dream come true.
7 years after
that first flight, a flying demonstration was introduced at the Royal Bangkok
Sports Club on 31 January 1911, with General HRH Prince Chakrabongse Bhuvanath,
Prince of Bisnulok, Chief of the Army General
Staff, and Major General HRH Prince Purachatra, Commander of the Army
Engineers, who both took a ride on the plane.
His Majesty King
Vajiravudh had his mind set in the modernization of military. Once General HRH
Prince Chirapravati Voradej, the Minister of Defence, toured Europe to observe
military affairs in early 1911, found advance progress on aviation in France.
Upon his return he reported to General HRH Prince Chakrabongse Bhuvanath, The
three became more convinced of the importance and dire necessity of employing
airplane for national defense and security, the idea of sending Thais to learn
about flying in Europe became apparent. The Ministry of War then issued an
order to select the 3 most prolific army officers to go and learn about flying
in France.
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Red Uniform
Red Aiguillette was initiated by Air Marshal Phraya
Chalermakas (Sunee Suwanprateep) to alleviate frequent crash and loss of many pilots causing
apprehension among prospective pilots and parents.
Air Marshal Phraya Chalermakas made certain that aviator went
through meticulous trainings, with all capability and technique of a fighter
pilot. Incentive was added to pilot salary for the perilous duty. Fighter pilot
uniform became more dignified : Russian trousers with a semi-breeches type cut,
aviator boots, Aviator wing, and the “Red Aiguillette” exclusive for the
fighter pilot – the pride adorn with the uniform.
Being a “Red Aiguillette” fighter pilot became an
inspirational and earnest wish of Thai lads of the era, albeit the solution to
the scarcity of fighter pilot.
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วันอังคารที่ 14 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2556
History of the Royal Thai Army
History
of the Royal Thai Army
The
Monarch – Highest Armed Forces Commander
Under
the sublime leadership of generations of great monarchs, the army has been
integral to the survival and stability of Thailand ever since the Thai nation
came into existence.
From
ancient times, the kingdom’s great monarchs have distinguished themselves as
righteous rulers in time of peace and as formidable warriors in time of war.
Thais of all ages are infinitely indebted to their incomparable kings for the
national heritage, and for the freedom and independence they have enjoyed till
today.
The
kingdom’s monarchs have for centuries been exalted as the highest commanders of
the armed forces by virtue of their kingship and because of their life-long
commitment to defend the sovereignty of the kingdom. In 1940, the ministry of
defense decreed that the monarch become upon his accession to throne, the
highest commander of the armed forces.
In
addition to their military leadership, the king’s boundless mercy add righteousness
has for generations helped stabilize the nation and strengthen the unity of
Thais of all creeds and from all walks of life.
Historically,
the first integrated Thai kingdom took shape some 700 years ago. The Sukhothai
kingdom, which lasted from 1257 to 1438, was most glorious under King
Ramkhamhaeng the Great. During his reign(1279 – 1319), King Ramkhamhaeng
expanded the Thai borders in all directions. His military might and tactical
prowess was indisputable.
Thanks
to the country’s two great kings and warriors, Thailand regained its
independence under King Naresuan the Great (1590 – 1605) of the Ayudhaya
kingdom, once again under King Taksin the Great (1767 – 1782) of the Thon Buri period.
Counting on the kingdom’s military might as well as the indomitable fighting
spirit of Thai warriors, King Naresuan and King Taksin liberated the Thai
people from foreign lords and masters, who had hitherto dominated the Southeast
Asian region. A historic battle in recent time was the nine-army battle early
in the Rattanakosin era.
Crown
Prince Surasinghanart, acting on the order of King Rama I, led forces to repel
the invading enemies in the West. With a mere 70,000 – strong troops, the Thai
armed forces valiantly and tactically stood up against the 144,000 troops,
forcing the aggressors to retreat in humiliation. Thai was the last most
memorable battle prior to the advent of the Western colonization era that posed
a great threat to the kingdom’s sovereignty.
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วันศุกร์ที่ 10 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2556
Thai Aviation Aechanic, unsurpassed by any
Aviation in Thailand started in 1913 with only 8 aircraft imported from France which in constant use in daily operation. Wear and tear in plane parts quickly was apparent. Airplane being of new technology required spare parts only through import, costly and time consuming , Lieutenant Colonel Phra Chalem Akas, Commander of the Amy Air Division, and his people were acutely aware of the situation and painstakingly sought solution; an aspiration was formed. “We shall make our own aircraft.”
They started to acquire carpenter and welding tools, imported workshop tools and equipment, and airplane engines in order to assemble the fuselage, wing, tail, and propeller. Non-commission officers and privates with carpentry, welding, or engine skill were trained for aircraft mechanic.
The capability to repair, and later design and build aircraft by our own mechanic, besides a great budget saving rendered a leap of development for the Thai aeronautical engineering, and by itself gained a national pride.
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