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All particapating nations gathered for the Opening Ceremony.

All particapating nations gathered for the Opening Ceremony.
Photographer: Magnus Bohman

The 48th World Military Naval Pentathlon Championship Opened

Published: 20 August 2012 kl 11.17

The sun was shining over Berga Naval Base when all teams and guests of honour gathered beside the Obstacle track for the Opening Ceremony of Championship.

The Official CISM Representative, Luiz Serrano, Brazilian Captain (N), speaks at the Opening Ceremony.

The Official CISM Representative, Luiz Serrano, Brazilian Captain (N), speaks at the Opening Ceremony.
Photographer: Magnus Bohman

Rear Admiral Jan Thörnqvist declares the Championship open.

Rear Admiral Jan Thörnqvist declares the Championship open.
Photographer: Magnus Bohman

– Inside the Naval Pentathlon we can find the model of the Military Competition: Strength, Endurance, Agility, Accuracy and Skills. In one word, all the requirements of a good sailor and a good athlete, Captain Luiz Serrano, Brazilian and Official CISM Representative, says.

Eleven nations from Americas, Asia and Europe will participate in the Championship. The games start on Tuesday the 21st of August and ends with the Amphibious Cross Country Race on Friday the 24th. Indonesia is not participating but has two observers during the time.

The Chief of Staff of the Royal Swedish Navy, Rear Admiral Jan Thörnqvist, ended his speak with:
– I wish you a warm welcome and good luck, along with a very pleasant stay in Sweden and at 1st Marine Regiment. I hereby declare the 48th Naval Pentathlon Championship open- Friendship through Sports- Let the game begin!

 

Text: Magnus Bohman

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