Reporter Chen Zhengyu / Taitung Report
An Air Force F-5E fighter accidentally crashed into the sea off Taitung on October 29. The 29-year-old pilot Zhu Guanluo was still pronounced dead after being sent to a doctor. In response, President Tsai Ing-wen attended the commemorative public ceremony held today by the Air Force Command at Zhihang Base in Taitung (17). He personally issued an order of commendation and condolences to his family members; the representative of the Air Force Commander awarded him the Medal of Loyalty and Courage and persecuted the Air Force Lieutenant Colonel. Additionally, the Air Force will also arrange for the F-5F fighters to fly over the site in a “commemorative salute formation.”
▼ ▲ Tsai Ing-wen went to the Taitung Zhihang Base to present an order of praise in recognition of Zhu Guanluan (Part 2) for his sacrifice and contribution to the country. (Informative photo / provided by the Presidential Palace, Military News Agency)
President Tsai Ing-wen went to the Taitung Zhihang base this morning to personally issue a compliance order.In recognition of the sacrifice and contribution of Lieutenant Colonel Zhu Guanluo of the Seventh Air Force Wing who died in service to the country. At the public sacrifice ceremony, Tsai Ing-wen issued an order of fulfillment for the first time,Accepted by Ms. Chen Lijun, widow of Zhu Guanzheng.Then, under the guidance of the master of ceremonies, a wreath of flowers was placed before the spirit and three bows were made to make sacrifices.
In her speech, Tsai Ing-wen said that last month, Guan Lu died while on duty.Let us be very heartbroken. He wants to express his memory of Guan Lu on behalf of all the Chinese people,Thank you for your dedication and protection to national security. We know from the little things that Guanluo and his family take away, that he values family very much.What we lose is not just a filial son, a loving husband and a father who loves children,He is also an excellent officer. This is the loss of the national army and the loss of the country.
Tsai Ing-wen said that Guan Lu had decided to be a pilot since he was a child and worked hard to achieve his goal.Even after hard training, I still adhere to my ideals and finally realize my dream.Join the ranks of the country’s guard. He is an outstanding colleague of the brothers and sisters of the National Army,He is also a role model for young people to build their dreams.
Tsai Ing-wen mentioned that Guan Lu, who loves music, composed a song called “Blue Sky”.He sang: “I want to catch the blue sky, all my dreams are in front of my eyes, how many wishes are on my back,Firm my conviction, I want to grab the blue sky and cross thousands of mountains and waters,Exhausting everything in life, guarding the homeland of the blue sky and the white sun. “He wants to tell Guanluo”Their songs and their wishes will be passed on to the brothers in the air force. “
Tsai Ing-wen emphasized that although Guanlue is not by our side now, his spirit will not leave us.He knew that the brothers and sisters of the National Army were very sad.But hope everyone remembers the faith and spirit of Guanlue. To protect national security, the ROC National Army is not afraid of hard work and hardship.All of our brothers and sisters in the national army, we must turn our pain into strength and continue to hold onto our posts.This is the best way to miss Guanlue.
Tsai Ing-wen also paid a special tribute to Guan Lu’s family and thanked them for their support of the national army.And ask the Ministry of National Defense to fully assist Guan Lu’s family members and take care of them on his behalf. Finally, Tsai Ing-wen once again expressed her gratitude to Guan Lu on behalf of the people, and everyone was proud of him. “Guanluo,Your mission is over, thank you. “
