Korea Army Training Center
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The Korea Army Training Center (abbreviated KATC; Korean: 육군훈련소) is a South Korean military training institution for the Republic of Korea Army basic training. It is also commonly known as Nonsan Training Center or Yeonmudae.
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Korea Army Training Center | |
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Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province | |
Type | Training Center |
Site information | |
Owner | Republic of Korea Army |
Controlled by | ROK Army Training & Doctrine Command |
Condition | In use |
Site history | |
Built | 1951 |
In use | 1951–present. |
Garrison information | |
Current commander | MG Lee Yong Hwan |
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It is one of the subordinate elements of the Republic of Korea Army Training & Doctrine Command (육군교육사령부). It was established in 1951 during the Korean War, by order of South Korean President Syngman Rhee. The recruits get deployed to their designated units after receiving basic military training at the KATC.