4ID deploys new soldiers to field

From the Philippine Information Agency (Jan 17): 4ID deploys new soldiers to field

CAMP EVANGELISTA, Cagayan de Oro City – Army’s 4th Infantry Division deployed more than 200 new soldiers fresh from their rigorous training to its line units during a simple ceremony held at the Division Grandstand on January 14, 2017.

In line with the current campaign of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) dubbed as Development Support and Security Plan "Kapayapaan," the deployment is intended to beef up the strength and capability of the battalions that are conducting Community Support Programs in Caraga and Northern Mindanao regions.

During the program, a ceremonial entrustment of firearms was graced by the different local chief executives representing the two regions as a symbol of the conferment of trust to the soldiers.

The LCEs endowed in them the responsibility to carry firearms as they perform their mandate to protect the people and secure the communities against any threat.

Mayor Philip Arreza Pichay of the municipality of Cantilan in Surigao del Sur said during his speech that he was grateful to be invited as the guest of honor and speaker that he could deliver his message to the soldiers.

“It’s been quite a long time when I experienced being in the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) and wearing that same uniform. I can still remember the feeling of discipline and the kind of respect that I get from other people. I am happy that soldiers now have improved well and are more disciplined. With high hopes and filled with prayers, may all of you remain safe as you perform your duty. I know that when I go back to the province of Surigao I could sleep soundly because I know that we have the soldiers who will ensure our freedom and safety," said mayor Arreza.

Present during the program were Mayor Michael Jose Patiño of Placer, Surigao del Norte; Mayor Cesar Diaz Jr, Taganaan, Surigao del Norte; Board Member Gilbert Elorde, Agusan del Sur; Vice Mayor Jenry Montante, Kitcharao, Agusan del Norte; Ferdinand Vincent Dy Jr., Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) head, Misamis Oriental; Nena Undag, Lumadnong Indigenous Peoples (IP) focal person; and Milan Sambile from National Commission on IP NCIP Region 10.

For his part, MGen Benjamin R Madrigal Jr., 4ID commander, in his message, said that the training the new recruits have undergone is to prepare them for this day.

Madrigal also said that with the firearms entrusted to them by the stakeholders whom they have received, symbolizes acceptance of the responsibility and commitment to perform their duty to protect the people and communities at all times.

“You have agreed to that covenant and it now entails accountability on your part. I hope that you perform well and carry out the professionalism of a Filipino soldier.
Always remember to maintain our discipline at all times. We must not violate the Human Rights and we must not abuse the authority given to us,” said the 4ID commander.

He said the firearms that are entrusted to the soldiers are from the entire Filipino people whom the Philippine Army has pledged to serve.

“Do your job and do what is right, Madrigal directed the soldiers.

To all the stakeholders, Madrigal said “in front of you are the new soldiers that are ready to serve and fulfill their duty with the best of their abilities. They represent the new generation of soldiers who will serve as partners for positive change and are active partners for the achievement of lasting peace and prosperity for the country. (4ID/PA)

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