Bangkok: 119 years since the Department of Justice awarded the Honorary Dulyathippat Medal to those who have done good deeds, "Boom Panadda" and "Kan Jom Phalang" helping the Thai-Cambodian border.
According to Thai News Agency, General Tharapong Malakham, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, presided over the ceremony marking the 119th anniversary of the founding of the Judge Advocate General's Department at the Ministry of Defense. The event was attended by General Phisit Nopmuang, Director-General of the Judge Advocate General's Department, along with heads of various units under the Office of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, senior civil servants, and other government agencies.
The Department of Justice organized a ceremony to award the Honorary Dulyathippat Badge and certificates of merit to individuals who have significantly contributed to the Department of Justice and the Ministry of Defense. General Phisit Nopmuang presented the honorary Royal Dulyathippat pins to six distinguished individuals, including Dr. Thongthong Nipphattharuchi, Mr. Kanthas Phongpaiboonwet, Dr. Panadda Wongphudee, Mr. Kritthong Onchan, Mr. Naphanan Chantharatchalothorn, and Mr. Chuchai Kaewkao.
Ms. Panadda Wongphudee expressed her gratitude, recalling her presence at the Thai-Cambodian border throughout times of conflict. She shared her experience of mortgaging her land to finance the construction of a bunker, emphasizing the personal nature of her actions. Her efforts were recognized by soldiers, attributing the bunker to her initiative. Ms. Wongphudee expressed her happiness and determination to continue supporting the soldiers.
Kan Jom Phalang also shared his feelings of honor upon receiving the Royal Dulyathippat pin. Having spent over three months at the border, he recounted his travels to challenging areas, providing aid to soldiers, and facing political criticism. Despite these challenges, he expressed his gratitude for the soldiers' recognition of his work and his commitment to continue his efforts.
The Judge Advocate General Department has a long history, dating back to King Chulalongkorn's vision to establish an Advocate General to uphold standards comparable to other civilized nations. This led to the founding of the Judge Advocate General of the Army in 1906, followed by the establishment of the Judge Advocate General of the Navy two years later. In 1931, both departments merged into what is now known as the Judge Advocate General Department. The department has since been involved in legal affairs within the Ministry of Defense, providing legal advice, recommendations, and overseeing military justice processes. It remains dedicated to developing its capabilities to ensure justice for soldiers, the public, and the nation.