On December 28, 2023, a few images of BTS’ V from the military appeared on the internet, and fans couldn’t stop themselves. V was sporting a blue tag on his jersey in one of these photos with his full team.
After extensive investigation, fans discovered the significance and meaning of this tag, which indicated that V was a platoon commander of training soldiers and the leader of a troop of trainees in his camp.
This achievement earned him the second-highest rank in his unit, prompting a great deal of pride among admirers. Seeing his speedy achievement of this milestone in just a few days thrilled people with an incredible sense of pride.
“Our boy is holding up well” – Fans respond as BTS’ V receives the South Korean military’s blue tag
The phrase “blue tag” refers to the classification of troops in the South Korean military who are recognized as extremely skilled in their specific sector. A blue tag worn on the uniform denotes this categorization.
The blue tag denotes exceptional proficiency, skill, or expertise in areas such as shooting, physical training, or other specific military disciplines.
Soldiers who receive the blue tag go through extensive training and testing to demonstrate their remarkable abilities, and the award acts as a testament to their dedication and ability within the military system.
This distinction emphasizes the need to recognize and develop talent within the military ranks, contributing to the overall readiness and effectiveness of the South Korean armed forces.
BTS’ V, who does not have a highly fit and athletic body, has demonstrated his athletic ability on occasion. His physical talent has shone through the episodes of Run BTS (BTS’ variety show), but it now has a whole new significance.
Following the group’s breakup, the Layover artist debuted on SBS’s variety show, Running Man. He astounded everyone with his atheism when he emerged as the show’s eventual winner. Seeing his physical as well as mental agility left supporters in wonder and beaming with pride.
As a result, witnessing him achieve the “blue tag” designation in the military so early in his career is a no-brainer for fans. As a result, supporters are even more pleased to see his good health at its peak put to the best use. Also, after seeing the picture, the ARMY fans started trending the hashtag “Captain Kim Taehyung” on Twitter.
The dates of December 11 and 12, 2023, proved to be crucial for BTS fans all across the world, as not one, but four of the members enrolled together. Taehyung and Namjoon enlisted in their separate departments, while Jimin and Jungkook enlisted together through the buddy system.
V chose one of the most difficult training departments (Special Duty Team) out of the four, demonstrating his belief in himself and his talents. Seeing him rise through the ranks has reaffirmed supporters’ faith in his abilities and hard work, and they wish him all the best.