[Defence Cs, Raychelle Omamo presents a certificate of condolences to a wife of a fallen KDF officer during celebration to make KDF day in Isiolo county on Saturday.] (Photo/KNA)
Kenyan soldiers marked the sixth KDF in a colorful ceremony presided over by Defence CS, Raychelle Omamo at the Armored Brigade Headquarters in Isiolo Barracks on Saturday.
During the celebration, KDF honored soldiers with good performances by giving them certificates, while those who lost their lives while on duty were also honored.
The celebrations are done annually on October 14 to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to defend the country.
Omamo said Kenyans need to appreciate and remember the sacrifices made by the military in defense of the nation.
“The Heroes Memorial Monument mounted right at the entrance of the Isiolo Barracks will ensure visitors to this place and those living here are reminded that there were people who sacrificed a lot for the nation,” she said
She said the occasion will remind Kenyans that KDF and the entire Ministry of Defense are a family and can uphold, support and reach out from one generation to another to establish a good culture.