Kim Jong Il was a staunch protector and great leader of socialism, the bylined article says, and goes on:

His precious exploits for socialism of Juche find expression in his building up the driving force of the revolution in every way, the force which can push ahead with socialism.

His exploits in making all the service members armed with the spirit of devotedly defending the leader and the country pervaded with the revolutionary soldier spirit are recorded in history of the Songun revolution.

His undying exploits for socialism of Juche also find expression in his building national defence capabilities strong enough to protect Korean socialism.

The spirit of attaching importance to military affairs and army has been established throughout society and the country turned into an impregnable fortress. The credit for this goes to Kim Jong Il, who channeled primary attention to increasing the national defence capabilities for self-defense.

His another exploit is his laying a solid foundation for the eternal prosperity of the socialist country.

Wearing the same padded clothes for more than one decade, he made a long journey of devotion such as visiting every part of the country, which brought about a great leaping forward and great innovations to the country and wrought world-startling miracles and changes.

The industrial revolution in the new century, a product of his field guidance over South Hamgyong Province, gives a strong impetus to the servicepersons and people who are dashing toward the world.