During high school, many people probably went through a period where they had to study in graduate school, cut their hair, and go to training in the hot sun. It's like practicing in hell. But if anyone chooses not to study you may have to trade your luck to get black and red cards during military conscription. Which if you get the black card for serving the nation even though it seems honorable but we often see negative news happening to recruits on a regular basis.
It seems that these events did not happen only in Thailand. Because in 2021 there was a Korean series. “DP unit to hunt down fugitives” The story was released on Netflix, and revolves around a mission to catch deserters. Everyone has different reasons.
The story will be told through Ahn Jun Ho A young soldier in a military police unit who must enter the army to serve the country normally like any other young man before being sent to a special unit that hunts down and captures deserters makes him face the painful truth that all conscripts must face while serving their country. Jung Hye in Jo Kyu Hwan AndKim Sung-kyun
The series reflects the brutality within the South Korean military. Whether it be persecution, peer persecution, or even a higher-ranking military officer, on July 28, 2023, the series DP Season 2 will be displayed.
Today we will talk about the dark side of the military system through a DP series that will show the pain and cruelty that recruits have to endure.
Military conscription is an inevitable duty for men.
If we talk about military conscription in Thailand, it is known that when Thai men reach the age of 21, they have to take a military selection exam. By picking up black and red cards If you get the red card, you will be required to serve the country for two years, and if you get the black card, you will be exempt.
But for those who do not want to be conscripted into the army. There will be another option. This is RDD training, or what is known as territorial defense. Those who will be appointed as reserve personnel make it unnecessary to enlist in the army but must undergo training similar to military training for up to 3 years and must also pass a physical test.
It may be fortunate among Thai men to create such a system. Because if it was in a neighboring country like South Korea, there would be no doctoral studies at all. All men in South Korea are required to enter the army to serve the country. Not even famous celebrities or national level athletes
By entering the Korean army you can postpone until you are 30 years old, but there is a condition that you must be a person who has brought fame to the country. They are nominated only by the South Korean Ministry of Culture.
Another exception is for desertion from military service. Or serve the nation in the department Both Thailand and Korea are exceptions when it comes to physical or health issues. Whether it is a congenital disease, weight, height, etc. But other than that, no one can avoid it.
It can be said that it is truly a path that man cannot avoid, as the saying goes. “Military men” is an emphasis on the necessity of men being with soldiers. It's a definition and a value that has been around for a long time.
DP series that reflects the dark side of the South Korean military.
If we're talking about South Korean military circles many fans have probably seen photos of their favorite stars from their time in the military being released quite often. They also seem to enjoy and take pleasure in serving their country. This makes many people understand that the military administration in South Korea is comfortable. It is different from our country where negative news often comes.
However, the DP series reflects another point of view. It appears that the Korean military industry also has a dark side. And it may not be as convenient as you think. If we are not a famous person
As for the DP series, it is a series that reflects the problems hidden behind the camp walls. Both violence in the form of customs and practices such as respect for elders, severe bullying, physical and mental harm for fun and sexual harassment have become common in the army.
If anyone can't afford this work. or unable to harm others will be labeled as those who cannot adapt. He will be bullied more than before and as a result, many people are forced to turn themselves into hunters to avoid becoming prey. Continuing to inherit a distorted mentality. Facing this type of violence leaves a scar in the hearts of many people. But it is easy for them to be buried when they leave the hospital.
“Why should you do this? When I was attacked and almost died, I didn't see anything being done. But instead, try to salvage this kind of trash.“These are the words of Jo Seokbong. One of the most pathetic characters from being attacked in a military camp.
Joo Seokbong originally played judo and competed at the national level. But I decided to quit because I felt uncomfortable hurting people. He became an art teacher whom the children loved and admired. One of his students was able to take the university entrance exam. This is because of him. After being discharged from military service, his dream was to draw cartoons and teach children.
But what happened was life in the Ju Sukpong military camp. He was tortured by senior soldiers in various ways. In front of his fellow soldiers, but no one dared to stop or help. Until the end, he decided to escape from the camp to take revenge on the senior soldiers who wronged him. But he has already been released. Even though they knew it was illegal to escape the camp and they would be arrested. But he made a firm decision. In the end, he ended his life by committing suicide.
However, even though a terrible incident happened, when the news finally broke and everything went back to how it was before. Those who disobey the orders of adults are punished. Everyone in the military camp continued to live their lives as if nothing had happened. This is only part of the story, which shows how many low-ranking soldiers flee or explode in violence out of despair at the regime and want to demand justice for themselves.
Not only in South Korean military circles because the Thai military also makes similar news often. Whether it is news of physical assault to death these negative news stories appear. The bullies made people afraid and not want to join the army. If there is no change, these terrible events will continue indefinitely.
The dark side of the Thai military industry
For Thai soldiers the definition often heard is “kill with grass, kill with ants” as this is what most recruits are known to enter. In addition to training, his activity in his spare time was serving high-ranking officers. Whether it's cutting the grass, washing clothes, or even washing the car.
Thai films or series often show the military industry in a comedic manner. This makes the image that many people think that the Thai military industry is fun, funny and not stressful, but from the news or stories that come out of the mouths of those actually involved in it, this is not the case. .
Be it food, luxury and lifestyle. Everything was difficult. The person who joined the army revealed that:It was one of the worst years of my life, I missed good opportunities that came my way and faced many terrible and debilitating things. Training is tiring and painful. It is full of unnecessary and unnecessary training.“
Luxury is another matter. Because at the age of 21, a lot of people graduate and start building themselves. Many people get good jobs. You are about to start living life but if you are unlucky, you will have to join the army. He had to leave work and lost the opportunity and also in being a soldier the money received was still not enough to live. That's why a lot of people don't want to enter.
But the most frightening thing is physical harm. Because there were only soldiers inside the camp. No matter what happens, strangers cannot understand or help. For example, in the case where a soldier refused an order from his senior because he was performing another duty. He was assaulted until he was injured, which is a senseless assault on the body
Some people don't get seriously injured, which is good. But some people are not so lucky. He was attacked until he was seriously injured and they did not even receive treatment. Sometimes it is serious enough to cause death. We often see news about the death of recruits. For this reason, there is a demand to abolish military conscription. And serve the country voluntarily
Because nowadays there are many countries that do not have conscription. But applications are open to those who are willing to work. With luxury, whether it is food, a salary, or living a good life, this makes the army more effective than forcing people into it against their will.
Final summary
In fact, although military conscription has been abolished, as long as the culture within the army remains unchanged, everything will remain the same.
However, we do not generalize to all Thai soldiers. Because in some camps the soldiers also enjoy a good quality of life. Living together as brothers gave many people good experience in serving the country. But it cannot be denied that there is a dark side to the army.
Finally, we would like to leave you with the DP series, a unit that hunts down fugitives. Let me tell you, you will see the dark side. And many other atrocities and it will definitely give you a better understanding of the military world.
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