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## Chapter 700: Army, Navy, and Air Force Merit Medal!
For Im and the World Government, matters concerning the common people, no matter what, could hardly compare to military and political affairs.
This was because Military and Government formed the main framework that ensured the stability of a nation, and even a civilization.
Therefore, regarding the inter-world smuggling activities carried out by Muzan Kibutsuji, Morgan William, and others, because Im was temporarily undecided, he decided to put it aside for now.
He would first observe its subsequent development and impact, so he merely instructed Stussy to have Cipher Pol monitor it in secret.
However, there was one matter that could not be delayed.
Namely.
Commendation and Awarding of Medals to the military personnel who had established military merits in the external wars.
This was a major event and had to be treated with caution.
Because it concerned the stability of morale and the level of morale in the upcoming wars, Im attached particular importance to it, and the World Government, from top to bottom, was also seriously preparing for it.
On the Propaganda Department's side.
They had already launched extensive propaganda throughout the Various Places in the World via the World Economic Journal and the World Government Official Public Channel.
The purpose was to hopefully have more Sea Star People witness this Commendation and Award Ceremony.
As for the Other Worlds.
This would have the suspicion of rubbing salt in their wounds, so in order to be considerate of the feelings of these defeated sides, they would not be broadcast simultaneously this time.
Finally.
Time: Marine Calendar 1502, January 11th, Afternoon, 2:55 PM.
Location: Supreme Military Command Headquarters Assembly Hall.
Event Name: World Government Supreme Command Institute All-Forces Commendation and Award Ceremony.
Attendees:
On the rostrum, covered with a bright red carpet, Saint Jaygarcia Saturn was located in the center, with the other four Five Elders seated on either side.
Not far away.
Dean Gareth Malick of the Supreme Military Command stood personally at the host's stand not far away, quietly waiting for the conference to officially begin in five minutes.
Below the stage.
In the first row of seats.
Minister Kong of the Command Department, Minister Tsuru of the Staff Department, Minister of Military and Political Affairs and Air Force Headquarters Marshal Zephyr, Marshal (Army Headquarters) Raimon, and Fleet Admiral Sengoku.
In the second row of seats.
Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Iron Fist' Monkey D. Garp, Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Aokiji' Kuzan.
Army Headquarters Admiral 'Akainu' Sakazuki, Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) 'Kizaru' Borsalino, Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) 'Azure Dragon' Kaido.
Command Department Honorary Admiral 'Whitebeard' Edward Newgate, Command Department Honorary Admiral 'BIG MOM' Charlotte Linlin.
In the third row of seats.
Army Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Demon Shark' Douglas Bullet, Army Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Sand Crocodile' Sir Crocodile, Marine Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Fujitora' Issho.
Starting from the fourth row onwards were the Elite Vice Admirals led by Aramaki, who had unfortunately not received the 'Admiral Candidate' epithet after failing to challenge Kaido during the Summit War.
Such as Onigumo, Doberman, Shiryu, Charlotte Oven, Charlotte Cracker, and Jozu from the Army Headquarters.
Momonga, Onigumo, Tiger, and Charlotte Smoothie from the Marine Headquarters.
King, Feroz, Aborn, and so on, from the Air Force Headquarters.
Basically, from here onwards, they were all Vice Admirals of the Three Forces.
As for Rear Admirals, hardly anyone could be seen; they had completely become small black dots in the vast dark background.
It could be said.
This terrifyingly powerful combat power lineup truly gathered the essence of two eras in the Sea Star World, and this was the confidence of the World Government to dare to launch a conquest against the Myriad Worlds.
At the same time.
Around them, Propaganda Department Officials, each holding a Video Den Den Mushi, were diligently broadcasting this entire scene to the tens of thousands of citizens in various countries and islands of the World.
Looking at the screen feed, at the figures of powerhouses, some Familiarize or unfamiliar, but all strong and powerful, with extraordinary aura, wearing military uniforms and various colored Coats of Justice.
A strong sense of pride surged in the hearts of World men of all ages.
They felt their blood rapidly heating up, goosebumps rising all over their bodies, their fists unconsciously clenching, their gazes filled with longing fixed on the screen.
Similarly.
Dragon, Kuma, Charlotte Katakuri, Gaspardi, Buck from the Military and Political Department, Magellan, Magellan, Tarklama, Moria from Impel Down, Mihawk, Gion, and others from Wano Island were also watching with burning gazes.
At this moment.
All eyes throughout the World seemed to converge on this Supreme Military Command Headquarters Assembly Hall.
Soon, the time reached exactly 3:00 PM.
"Everyone."
"Starting now, we officially convene the World Government Supreme Military Command Commendation and Award Ceremony, to commend the personnel who achieved outstanding merits in the previous Conquest Operations against Other Worlds."
"First, the first item on the agenda, playing the Song of Sea Star, 'The Guidance of the Great Sea'. All rise!"
Although not from a military background, the voice of Dean Gareth Malick, speaking into the Den Den Mushi equipped with a microphone accessory, sounded very sonorous and powerful.
[Swish!!!!]
The next second, the thousand-plus officers of the Three Forces in the entire hall instantly stood up. Just this commotion and scene alone was enough to make one's blood boil.
Among them, Edward Newgate and Charlotte Linlin, although somewhat uncomfortable, also cooperated and silently stood up under the influence of the atmosphere.
Soon.
The musical accompaniment for 'The Guidance of the Great Sea' was played by the professional Symphony Orchestra nearby.
This music not only quickly spread to every corner of the hall but also flowed like invisible water into every household in the World.
"The Great Sea is watching, the beginning of this world..."
"The Great Sea also knows, the end of this world..."
"So what it invites you towards, are the paths that should be taken..."
"So what it guides you towards, is the correct world..."
Almost everyone in the hall began to sing in unison, and even men, women, old and young from various places in the world sang along.
The popularity of this song in the World was simply too high.
As a result, when the World Government was preparing to choose a song as the 'World National Anthem', they didn't spend much time or effort, because this song received ninety percent of the votes.
This also made Tesoro, whose song was not chosen, feel a bit gloomy recently.
After singing.
Dean Gareth Malick first asked everyone to sit down, and then continued, "Next is the second item on the agenda, announcing the commendation decisions of the Supreme Military Command."
"The Marshal (Army Headquarters), the Fleet Admiral, and the Air Force Headquarters Marshal will award the Second Class Army, Navy, and Air Force Merit Medals to the deserving personnel!"
As he introduced it, a large virtual screen appeared in mid-air beside him.
It detailed the various benefits that the owners of this medal could enjoy.
Such as a 30% increase in base salary and retirement bonus, a merit bonus of 3 million Berry, one month of paid leave annually during non-wartime, priority enrollment qualification for their children in any public school or higher academy under the World Government, and so on and so forth...
However.
The designs and colors of the Army, Navy, and Air Force medals were all different.
The Army Merit Medal was a red pentagram shape, with a black central circular frame inside, engraved with two crossed silver swords surrounded by laurel branches and oak leaf wreaths.
The Navy Merit Medal was a white pentagram shape, with a blue central circular frame inside, engraved with a silver seagull surrounded by waves.
The Air Force Merit Medal was a blue pentagram shape, with a white central circular frame inside, engraved with silver wings surrounded by clouds.
At the same time.
Raimon, Sengoku, and Zephyr stood up and, truly watched by all, accompanied by the stirring music, slowly walked onto the stage...
(End of this chapter)
For Im and the World Government, matters concerning the common people, no matter what, could hardly compare to military and political affairs.
This was because Military and Government formed the main framework that ensured the stability of a nation, and even a civilization.
Therefore, regarding the inter-world smuggling activities carried out by Muzan Kibutsuji, Morgan William, and others, because Im was temporarily undecided, he decided to put it aside for now.
He would first observe its subsequent development and impact, so he merely instructed Stussy to have Cipher Pol monitor it in secret.
However, there was one matter that could not be delayed.
Namely.
Commendation and Awarding of Medals to the military personnel who had established military merits in the external wars.
This was a major event and had to be treated with caution.
Because it concerned the stability of morale and the level of morale in the upcoming wars, Im attached particular importance to it, and the World Government, from top to bottom, was also seriously preparing for it.
On the Propaganda Department's side.
They had already launched extensive propaganda throughout the Various Places in the World via the World Economic Journal and the World Government Official Public Channel.
The purpose was to hopefully have more Sea Star People witness this Commendation and Award Ceremony.
As for the Other Worlds.
This would have the suspicion of rubbing salt in their wounds, so in order to be considerate of the feelings of these defeated sides, they would not be broadcast simultaneously this time.
Finally.
Time: Marine Calendar 1502, January 11th, Afternoon, 2:55 PM.
Location: Supreme Military Command Headquarters Assembly Hall.
Event Name: World Government Supreme Command Institute All-Forces Commendation and Award Ceremony.
Attendees:
On the rostrum, covered with a bright red carpet, Saint Jaygarcia Saturn was located in the center, with the other four Five Elders seated on either side.
Not far away.
Dean Gareth Malick of the Supreme Military Command stood personally at the host's stand not far away, quietly waiting for the conference to officially begin in five minutes.
Below the stage.
In the first row of seats.
Minister Kong of the Command Department, Minister Tsuru of the Staff Department, Minister of Military and Political Affairs and Air Force Headquarters Marshal Zephyr, Marshal (Army Headquarters) Raimon, and Fleet Admiral Sengoku.
In the second row of seats.
Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Iron Fist' Monkey D. Garp, Marine Headquarters Admiral 'Aokiji' Kuzan.
Army Headquarters Admiral 'Akainu' Sakazuki, Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) 'Kizaru' Borsalino, Admiral (Air Force Headquarters) 'Azure Dragon' Kaido.
Command Department Honorary Admiral 'Whitebeard' Edward Newgate, Command Department Honorary Admiral 'BIG MOM' Charlotte Linlin.
In the third row of seats.
Army Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Demon Shark' Douglas Bullet, Army Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Sand Crocodile' Sir Crocodile, Marine Headquarters Admiral Candidate 'Fujitora' Issho.
Starting from the fourth row onwards were the Elite Vice Admirals led by Aramaki, who had unfortunately not received the 'Admiral Candidate' epithet after failing to challenge Kaido during the Summit War.
Such as Onigumo, Doberman, Shiryu, Charlotte Oven, Charlotte Cracker, and Jozu from the Army Headquarters.
Momonga, Onigumo, Tiger, and Charlotte Smoothie from the Marine Headquarters.
King, Feroz, Aborn, and so on, from the Air Force Headquarters.
Basically, from here onwards, they were all Vice Admirals of the Three Forces.
As for Rear Admirals, hardly anyone could be seen; they had completely become small black dots in the vast dark background.
It could be said.
This terrifyingly powerful combat power lineup truly gathered the essence of two eras in the Sea Star World, and this was the confidence of the World Government to dare to launch a conquest against the Myriad Worlds.
At the same time.
Around them, Propaganda Department Officials, each holding a Video Den Den Mushi, were diligently broadcasting this entire scene to the tens of thousands of citizens in various countries and islands of the World.
Looking at the screen feed, at the figures of powerhouses, some Familiarize or unfamiliar, but all strong and powerful, with extraordinary aura, wearing military uniforms and various colored Coats of Justice.
A strong sense of pride surged in the hearts of World men of all ages.
They felt their blood rapidly heating up, goosebumps rising all over their bodies, their fists unconsciously clenching, their gazes filled with longing fixed on the screen.
Similarly.
Dragon, Kuma, Charlotte Katakuri, Gaspardi, Buck from the Military and Political Department, Magellan, Magellan, Tarklama, Moria from Impel Down, Mihawk, Gion, and others from Wano Island were also watching with burning gazes.
At this moment.
All eyes throughout the World seemed to converge on this Supreme Military Command Headquarters Assembly Hall.
Soon, the time reached exactly 3:00 PM.
"Everyone."
"Starting now, we officially convene the World Government Supreme Military Command Commendation and Award Ceremony, to commend the personnel who achieved outstanding merits in the previous Conquest Operations against Other Worlds."
"First, the first item on the agenda, playing the Song of Sea Star, 'The Guidance of the Great Sea'. All rise!"
Although not from a military background, the voice of Dean Gareth Malick, speaking into the Den Den Mushi equipped with a microphone accessory, sounded very sonorous and powerful.
[Swish!!!!]
The next second, the thousand-plus officers of the Three Forces in the entire hall instantly stood up. Just this commotion and scene alone was enough to make one's blood boil.
Among them, Edward Newgate and Charlotte Linlin, although somewhat uncomfortable, also cooperated and silently stood up under the influence of the atmosphere.
Soon.
The musical accompaniment for 'The Guidance of the Great Sea' was played by the professional Symphony Orchestra nearby.
This music not only quickly spread to every corner of the hall but also flowed like invisible water into every household in the World.
"The Great Sea is watching, the beginning of this world..."
"The Great Sea also knows, the end of this world..."
"So what it invites you towards, are the paths that should be taken..."
"So what it guides you towards, is the correct world..."
Almost everyone in the hall began to sing in unison, and even men, women, old and young from various places in the world sang along.
The popularity of this song in the World was simply too high.
As a result, when the World Government was preparing to choose a song as the 'World National Anthem', they didn't spend much time or effort, because this song received ninety percent of the votes.
This also made Tesoro, whose song was not chosen, feel a bit gloomy recently.
After singing.
Dean Gareth Malick first asked everyone to sit down, and then continued, "Next is the second item on the agenda, announcing the commendation decisions of the Supreme Military Command."
"The Marshal (Army Headquarters), the Fleet Admiral, and the Air Force Headquarters Marshal will award the Second Class Army, Navy, and Air Force Merit Medals to the deserving personnel!"
As he introduced it, a large virtual screen appeared in mid-air beside him.
It detailed the various benefits that the owners of this medal could enjoy.
Such as a 30% increase in base salary and retirement bonus, a merit bonus of 3 million Berry, one month of paid leave annually during non-wartime, priority enrollment qualification for their children in any public school or higher academy under the World Government, and so on and so forth...
However.
The designs and colors of the Army, Navy, and Air Force medals were all different.
The Army Merit Medal was a red pentagram shape, with a black central circular frame inside, engraved with two crossed silver swords surrounded by laurel branches and oak leaf wreaths.
The Navy Merit Medal was a white pentagram shape, with a blue central circular frame inside, engraved with a silver seagull surrounded by waves.
The Air Force Merit Medal was a blue pentagram shape, with a white central circular frame inside, engraved with silver wings surrounded by clouds.
At the same time.
Raimon, Sengoku, and Zephyr stood up and, truly watched by all, accompanied by the stirring music, slowly walked onto the stage...
(End of this chapter)
