The Maritime Border Guard Unit has expanded its ranks with 34 new officers
The Maritime Border Guard Unit named after Col. Karol Bacz in Gdańsk has expanded its ranks with new officers. On January 3rd, 34 newly recruited border guards, including 13 women, solemnly swore to stand unwaveringly in defense of the independence and sovereignty of the Republic of Poland and to safeguard the inviolability of its state border, even at the risk of their lives.
In brief
The Colonel Karol Bacz Maritime Unit of the Polish Border Guard in Gdańsk has admitted 34 new officers, including 13 women, who took their oath on 3 January. The oath was received by the commander of the Maritime Unit of the Polish Border Guard, Rear Admiral (lower half) Andrzej Prokopski, and Pomeranian Voivode Beata Rutkiewicz attended the ceremony. The new border guards will soon begin three months of training, after which they will return to their home posts and squadrons. In 2024 the Maritime Unit of the Polish Border Guard admitted 162 officers into service.
The first swearing-in ceremony of the year at the Maritime Border Guard Unit (MOSG) took place with the participation of Pomeranian Voivode Beata Rutkiewicz, the honor guard, management staff, and the families of the new officers. The oath of service was administered by Rear Admiral Andrzej Prokopski, the Commander of MOSG. The Head of the Personnel and Training Department read out the code of ethics for Border Guard officers, and Chaplain Lt. Commander Andrzej Szpura gave a blessing to the new border guards.
Rear Admiral Andrzej Prokopski warmly welcomed the new officers to the formation.
"The Commander congratulated them on successfully completing the qualification process. He stated that from now on, they embark on a responsible service that demands sacrifices and dedication but also brings immense satisfaction. He expressed confidence that the oath they took will become their highest value," conveyed Tadeusz Gruchalla, MOSG spokesperson.
"You have chosen a challenging professional path that requires resilience, strength of character, and determination. I am especially pleased that so many women, so many strong individuals, are taking on this challenge and becoming part of the Border Guard. Please accept my congratulations and gratitude for ensuring order and security, professionalism, and dedication to service," said Pomeranian Voivode Beata Rutkiewicz.
Beata Rutkiewicz also wished the new officers the support of their loved ones in difficult moments.
Soon, the officers will begin a three-month training program, after which they will return to their respective stations and divisions to resume their duties.
In 2024, the Maritime Border Guard Unit accepted 162 new officers into service.
Source: MOSG / Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier
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