Today's parliamentary session in the Union was filled with riveting developments regarding the military ranks and appointments within our homeland's defense forces.

Speaker Stanisław Małachowski initiated today's meeting with a discourse on the importance of procedure and accurate execution of plans. He emphasized that without order, even the grandest of constructions cannot reach completion.

Representative Julian Niemcewicz from Latvia took the floor with great enthusiasm for a recently decided project on the nomination of major generals. He particularly advocated for Józef Orłowski to be appointed as the commander of the key fortress in Kamieniec Podolski (present-day Kamianets-Podilskyi, Ukraine). His reasoning was based on Orłowski’s engineering skills and merit. Niemcewicz's proposition included an amendment regarding the aforementioned command appointment, suggesting direct nomination by the President instead of regular procedures.

Mateusz Butrymowicz from Pińsk voiced his agreement with Niemcewicz, recognizing Orłowski's qualifications. However, he raised concerns over the integrity of Józef Witt, the current commander of the Kamieniec fortress, due to prior allegations brought up in Congress. Butrymowicz demanded a clear resolution of Witt's circumstances before considering further promotions.

Marshal Kazimierz Sapieha of the Lithuanian-Belarusian confederation supported clearing Witt's name and echoed the recommendation for Orłowski's placement as fortress commander. Wojciech Świętosławski from Wołyń (Volhynia) spoke to the matter of Witt, reiterating his belief in the importance of publicly addressing such an accusation.

As the session moved to discuss the nomination of generals, a list of candidates was presented, including notable names such as Józef Poniatowski, Zabiełło, Tadeusz Kościuszko, Sufczyński, Witt, Prince Jabłonowski, Franciszek Czapski, and Orłowski.

Butrymowicz critiqued the proposed list, arguing it lacked compliance with newly established laws, suggesting that the nominations should be handled solely by the specialized military commission, with final approving power resting with the President.

A general consensus was reached to entrust the President with the nomination of four general-major positions and to refer the remaining three to the military commission. Notably, the President also nominated Poniatowski, Zabiełło, Kościuszko, Sufczyński, and Orłowski to their respective positions, emphasizing that the nomination of the candidates was in line with the will of the Congress.

After thanking the President for the careful selections, House Speaker Małachowski redirected the session to focus on the nominations for the ranks of brigadiers and vice-brigadiers. A proposed legislation amendment would see half of these posts filled by current service members while the remaining half would be filled from recommendations made by the President, including individuals returning from foreign services or qualified cavalry commanders.

The day concluded with heartfelt gratitude extended to all recommended officers, and with numerous speakers endorsing candidates for the various military ranks. The session was then adjourned to the following day to continue discussions and finalize decisions.

Thus ends today's session, marked by genuine advocacy for soldiers' valor and a common urge toward swift action for the nation's defense needs. The complexities of military appointments certainly reflect the Union's keen attention to merit and readiness. Stay tuned for more updates from the exciting world of Congress politics!

Topics: Sejm Marshal Stanisław Małachowski; Military Commission; Military Commandants; Officer Recommendations; Tax Legislation; Accusation Against Józef Witt; General and Major Ranks; Officer Rank Candidates; Nominations by King Stanisław August Poniatowski; Brigadiers and Vice-Brigadiers; National Cavalry Rotmistrz (Captain); Soldier Complaints and Contributions;