Readiness Test: Kim Jong Un Inspects North Korean Armed Forces

The Korean Central News Agency has released photos made during the recent inspection of the North Korean armed forces by Kim Jong Un.

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North Korea's Central News Agency has released photos made during the recent inspection of the North Korean armed forces by Kim Jong Un.

Above: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects Unit 1016 of KPA (Korean People's Army) Air and Anti-Air Force. March 9, 2015.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects the Sin Islet Defence Company. March 12, 2015.

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During his visit to the Sin Islet Defence Company, Kim Jong Un was accompanied by his younger sister, Kim Yo Jong. March 12, 2015.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects the Sin Islet Defence Company. March 12, 2015.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un smiles during his inspection of Unit 1016 of Korean People's Army Air Force and Anti-Air Force. March 9, 2015.

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Kim Jong Un reportedly travels by plane, in stark contrast to his father and grandfather, who distrusted airborne transportation and preferred trains instead.

Above: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects Unit 1016 of the KPA Air Force and Anti-Air Force. March 9, 2015.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (C) inspects the cafeteria of the Unit 1016 of KPA Air Force and Anti-Air Force. March 9, 2015.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects the Sin Islet Defence Company. March 12, 2015.