Royal Chai Ground Self-Defense Force
The Royal Chai Ground Self-Defense Force or RCGSDF (กองกำลังป้องกันตนเองทางบก ; RTGS:Kong Kam Lang Pong Kan Ton Eang Tang Bok Chai) was established on 5 January 2022 before the founding of the Chai to perform the duty of protecting the territory and the people of the nation, The Royal Chai Army is army of Chai and the oldest and largest branch of the Royal Armed Forces of Chai.
| Royal Chai Ground Self-Defense Force
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 Emblem of Royal Chai Army | |
| Founded | 5 February 2022 (2 years) |
| Country |  Imperial State of Chai
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| Allegiance | Emperor of Chai |
| Branch | Royal Chai Self-Defense Forces |
| Type | Army |
| Role | Land warfare |
| Garrison/HQ | Royal Chai Army headquarters, Nakhon Nakha |
| Nickname | ทบ. (Tor Bor) |
| Motto | ปกป้องชาติพระมหากษัตริย์ และประชาชนเหนือสิ่งอื่นใด
Protect the nation and monarchy and the people above all else |
| Colors | Crimson Red |
| Anniversaries | 5 February (Royal Chai Self-Defense Forces day) |
| Commanders | |
| Commander-in-chief |  Teepapat of Chaichanya
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| Chief of Ground Forces |  Moth Sankhom
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History
The Royal Chai Army is responsible for protecting the country's sovereignty. The army was formed in 2022, according to the wishes of Teepapat who at that time held the position of supreme leader And Moth is Deputy Commander.
Current
Royal Chai Army continues to defend the country with Moth . is the commander of the Royal Thai Army and Emperor Teepapat is the Highest Commander
Army components and control
The Royal Chai Army includes the Royal Armed Forces of Chai Controlled and supervised by the Ministry of Defence responsible for overseeing the army budget and overseeing the military commander.
Command Control
The Royal Chai Army The commander in chief of the army was Moth . Which serves as commander of the Army, Navy, Air Force and is also the commander of the armed forces. He is also Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the National Liberal Party.
Duties
National Defense
The primary role of the Royal Chai Army is to defend the country against external threats. This includes maintaining a state of readiness to respond to potential invasions, conducting surveillance and intelligence operations to identify threats, and engaging in combat operations as necessary to repel aggressors.
Internal Security
The Royal Chai Army also plays a crucial role in maintaining internal security. This involves supporting law enforcement agencies in counter-terrorism operations, responding to civil unrest, and providing assistance during large-scale emergencies such as natural disasters.
Border Security
A significant responsibility of the Royal Chai Army is to safeguard the country’s borders. This includes patrolling border areas, preventing illegal crossings, and countering smuggling operations. The army works closely with customs and immigration authorities to ensure border integrity.
Training and Development
The army is responsible for the training and professional development of its personnel. This includes basic training for new recruits, ongoing professional development for serving members, and specialized training in areas such as engineering, medical services, and cyber warfare.
Structure
First Army Area - (Thai: กองทัพภาคที่ 1) – headquartered in Chaila, controls troops in 1 provinces Chai and Chaila
- 1st Infantry Division, Royal's Guard
- 1st Infantry Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 1st Infantry Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 2nd Infantry Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 1st Field Artillery Regiment, Royal's Guard.
- 1st Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 2nd Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 3rd Field Artillery Battalion, 1st Field Artillery Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 1st Infantry Regiment, Royal's Guard
- 2nd Infantry Division
- 2nd Infantry Regiment
- 3rd Infantry Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment
- 4th Infantry Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment
- 1st Service Support Regiment
- 1st Combat Engineer Battalion, 1st Service Support Regiment
- 1st Signal Battalion, 1st Service Support Regiment
- 1st Combat Medical Battalion, 1st Service Support Regiment
- 1st Long Range Reconnaissance Patrols Company ,2nd Infantry Regiment
- 2nd Field Artillery Regiment
- 3rd Field Artillery Battalion
- 4th Field Artillery Battalion
- 2nd Service Support Regiment
- 2nd Signal Battalion, 2nd Service Support Regiment
- 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Service Support Regiment
- 2nd Medical Battalion, 2nd Service Support Regiment
- 2nd Infantry Regiment
Second Army Area - (Thai: กองทัพภาคที่ 2) – headquartered in Nakha, controls troops in 1 provinces Chai and Nakha
- 3rd Infantry Division
- 3rd Infantry Regiment
- 1st Infantry Battalion
- 2nd Infantry Battalion
- 3rd Infantry Battalion
- 3rd Field Artillery Regiment
- 5th Field Artillery Battalion
- 6th Field Artillery Battalion
- 4th Infantry Regiment
- 5th Infantry Battalion
- 3rd Combat Engineer Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment
- 3rd Signal Corp Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment
- 3rd Combat Medical Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment
- 3rd Long Range Reconnaissance Patrols Company, 4th Infantry Regiment
- 3rd Infantry Regiment
Ranks and Insignia
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General
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Lieutenant General
พลโท |
Major General
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Brigadier
พลจัตวา |
Colonel
พันเอก |
Lieutenant Colonel
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Major
พันตรี |
Captain
ร้อยเอก |
Lieutenant
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Second Lieutenant
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