Posted to Kalinaw News (Aug 16, 2021): Four WIA soldiers receive Wounded Personnel Medal
CAMP MELCHOR F DELA CRUZ, Upi, Gamu, Isabela- MGen Laurence E Mina PA, Commander of 5th Infantry Division, Philippine Army pinned the Wounded Personnel Medal to the four soldiers of 95th Infantry Battalion on August 15, 2021 at Camp Melchor F Dela Cruz Station Hospital, Upi, Gamu, Isabela.
The medal is a symbol of their gallantry and heroism in protecting the people against the atrocities of the Communist NPA Terrorists (CNTs) and professionalism in doing their sworn duty.
The four soldiers got wounded in an armed encounter that transpired on August 13, 2021 when the 95IB Startroopers acted on the information tipped-off by the locals regarding the extortion activities of the CNTs in Barangay Capellan, Ilagan City, Isabela. After the encounter, the troops recovered high-powered firearms, other war materials and CNT belongings.
One of the WIA soldiers shared that he did not tell anyone when he was hit by the enemy’s fire. “Hindi na takot yung sumagi sa isip ko. Habang nararamdaman ko yung sakit, doon ko naman hinuhugot ang tapang ko upang samahan ang mga tropa na nakikipaglaban pa rin sa mga NPA. Yung pagbuwis ng buhay ay naka-angkla na yan mula nang piliin ko na pumasok sa organisasyon.” For now, the four soldiers are still receiving medical attention but all are in stable condition.
Further, MGen Mina commended the wounded soldiers for displaying bravery for the people. “Your bravery and heroism are duly recognized not only by the Philippine Army but also by the locals. This medal symbolizes your gallantry and your love to our country and people. You chose to carry on the fight despite being wounded.”
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