At first I want to announce something that makes both me and the whole Vaterland proud.
For the past months Major Alec Voelkel acted beyond the call of duty and with a total disinterest for his own weal.
I am proud to welcome Alec Voelkel within the Admiralty.
This man is the best example for all soldiers inside the Rheinwehr.
Gratulation Vizeadmiral Voelkel!
The elebrations will be held within this week. Keep an eye on the announcements!
[color=#33FF33]The following brave men and women recieved a promotion as well:
Hauptfeldwebel Gunter Weissman to Leutnant
Fabulous work in the field mein Herr. I am glad to welcome you in the Flag Officer ranks of the Rheinland Military. Lead the men and women into battle and show us that you are the right choice for a Fla Officer.
I am sure you will not disappoint me mein Herr!
Feldwebel Henrik Drum to Hauptfeldwebel
Outstanding work mein Herr. You are a cool headed man in the field and a leading personality.
Make your skills of use and bear your new rank with honor!
Hauptgefreiter Adrian Wiesen to Feldwebel
Gut gemacht! I see a promosing future ahead of you soldier! You made it mein Herr. You deserved your Officer rank insignias.
Gefreiter Erwin Helge to Hauptgefreiter
Good job mein Herr. Keep it up.
Flieger Axel Meyer to Hauptgefreiter
Flieger Josef Brackmann was promoted to Obergefreiter.
Good work son. You make Rheinland proud!
Flieger Helga Stainder to Obergefreiter
Keep your learning courve this steep and I see a new Officer soon as well!
Major Alec Voelkel couldn't believe his ears as he heard Admiral Malte's announcement. He stepped forward from the line of his fellow flag officers who formed a long, green line with their uniforms, and walked towards Admiral Malte announcing the promotions.
Some lower ranking soldiers clapped, but the officers, Voelkel among them maintained their usual cool manner and strict look. As he reached the Admiral, he immediately saluted, and got the insignia on his chest and arms removed and replaced by that of a Vizeadmiral's.
"Gratulation Vizeadmiral Voelkel!" sounded the Admiral's words.
Voelkel was so touched, so honored by the promotion that he almost dropped a tear on the inside. Yet, he succeeded in retaining the icy, military manners he adopted during the decades, not even a wrinkle moved on his aging face. Brief pictures of the duties he fulfilled, the tasks he completed, the horrors he has seen flashed through his mind.
He saluted once again towards the Admiral, then walked back to the row of officers, with a great notion of pride within his heart.
A very brief, unnoticeable smile curled on his face, as Admiral Malte finished her speech.
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