Holidays of Kazakhstan - Day of the Creation of the Republican Guard

The Republican Guard of Kazakhstan was formed by decision of the head of state on March 16, 1992 as an independent military unit and military reserve. Today it is considered an elite formation, the best in its field and the most privileged organization in the active Armed Forces. It is not for nothing that this unit is the calling card of the Republic, since the main functions of the guards are solving special-purpose tasks. In addition to guarding the president and government officials and participating in ceremonial events, they stand guard at the standards of the national flag and coat of arms, protecting the most significant objects of the country. And in the event of an emergency, they are obliged to take part in actions determined by the relevant legislation. As mentioned above, the Republican Guard is an elite and prestigious military formation. Therefore, the selection of guardsmen is quite strict. Becoming a member of this unit is a great honor for every citizen of the state. But desire and good health alone are not enough to serve in this detachment. The selection of candidates for the guard begins several months before conscription. Among the mandatory conditions are a height of at least 178 cm (and even higher in the ceremonial detachment), a secondary education, and the absence of bad habits and offenses before the law. In this case, the candidate’s family must certainly be complete. There are 4 clothing options for honor guard participants - a uniform for any occasion. Designers spent a lot of time creating uniforms that feature national symbols without obvious frills. For special special occasions - a sea green outfit. At such celebrations, generals wear white jackets. There are also general military dress clothes, casual uniforms and field uniforms. The technical support of the unit is also at the highest level. Russian-made weapons are recognized as the best. Mandatory elements of the honor guard detachment are a dirk, a saber and a Simonov carbine. And as an everyday weapon, of course, a Kalashnikov assault rifle. Previously, this holiday was celebrated officially as a professional date for the military members of this unit. However, in 2012, by decree of the state Parliament, it was replaced by a national holiday - Defender of the Fatherland Day, celebrated on May 7. Despite this, the members of the guard themselves remember and honor this most important day - March 16.