As part of the Philippine Army's celebration of its 117th anniversary, deserving personnel and civilian stakeholders were awarded and feted at the PA Headquarters Grandstand in
Defense Secretary and former PA Commander Voltaire T. Gazmin led this year's celebration.
Leading this year's awardees with the Distinguished Conduct Star, the second highest combat award next to the Medal of Valor, is Capt. Jeson G. Capoquian of the 41st Infantry Battalion, 5th Infantry Division.
His courage and gallantry in combat resulted in the neutralization of eight New People's Army (NPA) rebels, the wounding of several others, and the recovery of 13 high-powered firearms during an encounter in Barangay Caganaya, Tineg, Abra.
The third highest combat award, the Gold Cross Medal, on the other hand, was awarded to Pfc. Julie S. Tandoc of the 24th Infantry Battalion, 7th Infantry Division.
He was feted for his gallantry in action displayed during an encounter against NPA rebels at Sitio Dinapil, Barangay Mambog, Botolan, Zambales that resulted in the death of two NPA fighters, wounding of one, and the recovery of two M-14 rifles, two M-16 rifles, one homemade shotgun, one hand grenade, and two rifle grenades.
Col. Joselito E. Kakilala, commander of the 903rd Infantry Brigade, 9th Infantry Division; 1st Lt Ron Michael M. Soriano, Security and Escort Battalion; Technical Sgt. Sundy L. Macalintal, Army Support Command (ASCOM); Cpl. Albert A. Peran, Explosive and Ordnance Department, ASCOM; and Cpl. Jashier D. Cachero of the 10th Infantry Division received the Bronze Cross Medal, the fourth highest combat award.
The Military Merit Medal was awarded to Capt. Joseph C Buencamino of the Civil Military Operations Group.
The PA also lauded Army personnel who contributed significantly in the Army's peace and development initiatives.
Lt. Col. Noel T. Baluyan of the 24th Infantry Battalion received the Distinguished Service Star; while Staff Sgt. Randolf E. Bilhera of the 51st Engineering Brigade was conferred with the Gawad sa Kaunlaran.
A Command Plaque was also given to Major Von Albert M. Sumergido and Major Leah L. Santiago.
T/Sgt. Arnulfo M. Cruzat of the 85th Infantry Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division was hailed as the Best Enlisted Personnel of the year, while CAA David H. Paj-dio from Isabela province was named the CAA of the Year.
Meanwhile, the Army also recognized model ROTC Cadets and Reservists.
Among the model ROTC Cadets of the year were Cadet Col. Arvin P. Dizon and Cadet Major Roseanne Realubin.
Major Melencio D. Sagun of the Army Reserve Command was named Model Reservist of the Year.
Merly A. Carganilla and Dr. Shiela L. Liboon were the Philippine Army Model Supervisor and Model Employee of the year, respectively.
The PA also recognized its civilian partners. Dr. Jesus P. Estanislao, the chairman of the Philippine Army Multi-Sectoral Board, received a Command Plaque.
Father Marciano “Rocky” G. Evangelista, the president and founder of Tuloy Foundation Inc., Dr. Joy S. Sanico, and the 2GO Express Inc. also received a Command Plaque in recognition of their invaluable support in the pursuit for peace and delivery of much needed services to the residents of calamity-stricken areas in the country.
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