Army battalion fetes anniversary

Army battalion fetes anniversary

JAKARTA (JP): The 7/105 GS Biring Galih Artillery Battalion commemorated its 18th anniversary in a ceremony at its headquarters in Cikiwul, Bekasi on Wednesday.

The battalion, which was formerly based in Medan, North Sumatra, was moved to Jakarta last year. It is now under the Jakarta Military Command.

In a written speech read by Brig. Gen. Sutiyoso, chief of staff of the Jakarta Military Command, Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Wiranto urged battalion members to be completely professional in carrying out their tasks as true soldiers. He also asked officers in charge of the battalion to keep instilling a high degree of discipline in their charges.

The battalion has been equipped with brand new facilities, including a French made Meriam GS cannon. The artillery cannon is pulled by AMX tanks, which are known to have a high level of mobility and can be used in any situation. (bas)