The Philippine Army (PA)’s Special Operations Command
(SOCOM) will celebrate its 25th founding anniversary at Fort
Magsaysay , Palayan City
With this milestone, Army spokesperson Col. Benjamin Hao
said the unit would continue to provide committed and excellent service to the
country and the people.
SOCOM is a home to the Army’s elite forces – the First Scout
Ranger Regiment, the Special Forces Regiment (Airborne), and the Light Reaction
Regiment.
Since its establishment, SOCOM units have figured
prominently in most Armed Forces of the Philippines
Hao said SOCOM’s mission was to organize, train, equip, and
sustain the Army’s special operation forces in the conduct of special
operations in support to the PA’s mission of securing the motherland.
The First Scout Ranger Regiment, popularly known as the
Scout Rangers, specializes in anti-guerilla warfare.
The Special Forces Regiment (Airborne) are also trained in
counter-insurgency operation, primarily in unconventional warfare and
psychological warfare operations. They are referred to as the “Silent Warriors”.
The Light
Reaction Regiment, on the other hand, is the Army’s premier frontliner in
counter-terrorism operations.
One of the highlights of the 25th anniversary celebration is
the recognition of personnel who distinguished themselves both in combat and
administrative duties.
“I congratulate the brave and dedicated soldiers of the
Special Operations Command on the occasion of their Silver Anniversary. I urge
you all to continue working for the attainment of our mission. Let us deliver
more this 2016 to guarantee and sustain the gains we have achieved,” PA chief
Lt. Gen. Eduardo M. Año said.
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