Tabak commander extols 1CAV squadron on its 40th anniversary

From the Philippine Information Agency (Aug 30): Tabak commander extols 1CAV squadron on its 40th anniversary

True to its mandate to serve the people and secure the land for four decades, the commanding officer of the 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division extolled the soldiers of the 1st Cavalry Squadron (Tagapanguna) Battalion, Mechanized Infantry Division (MID), Philippine Army (PA) for their remarkable achievements.

Speaking before officers and enlisted personnel of the 1st CAV during its 40th Founding Anniversary on August 22 at Camp Jacobe Zobel, MGen. Gerardo Barrientos, Jr., in a message read by Col. Casimiro Tamparong, acting chief of staff, said the 1st Infantry Division is more than proud of the unit’s high caliber performance.

The 1st Cavalry Squadron is a combat support unit that extends support in the implementation of Internal Peace and Security Operations in the area of operations of the Philippine Army’s primary infantry unit to win the peace and keep an environment conducive to sustainable development.

“The discipline, dedication and cooperation of every member of your squadron completed the successful action and heavy fire support during the time of exigency and other ground operations,” Barrientos announced.

It can be recalled that one of the regiment’s greatest achievements was the success of the Zamboanga operation in September 2013 where they have shown their extreme act of bravery and courage. This resulted to the rescue of more than 100 hostages and the neutralization of some 500 rebels during the siege.

Barrientos said the 1CAV provides strong deterrence against armed elements which hinder peace and security in the division’s area of responsibility.

“I encourage each and every member of 1CAV to move forward with the people. Let us continue to be united to overcome every obstacle that stands  in the way towards peace, security and development,” Barrientos added.

The good general likewise urged the 1CAV to maintain their good record and surpass their previous achievements.

Meanwhile, LtCol. Charlemange F. Batayola, Jr. congratulated the officers and enlisted men for another year of an outstanding performance.

“My heartfelt congratulations to all Tagapanguna troopers as I commend each one  for a job well done for the past years,” Batayola said.

Batayola also acknowledged the meaningful involvement and active participation of key stakeholders in the implementation of the Internal Peace and Security Plan (IPSP) “Bayanihan” campaign of the AFP.

“I congratulate most of all our local government units and all the peace and development stakeholders and partners under the 1CAV area of operations for your active support. We could not have done this without you,” Batayola concluded.

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