From the Philippine News Agency (Dec 24): Solcom chief visits, gives Christmas cheers to Bicol troops
Southern Luzon Command (Solcom) Commander Lieutenant General Caesar F. Ordoyo visited military troops in the Bicol Region who are manning their posts and are on duty for the Christmas holidays.
Lt. Gen. Ordoyo extended his Christmas felicitations and congratulated the soldiers who sacrifice and render selfless service, missing their Christmas get-together with families and loved ones in view of their holiday duty.
The Solcom commanding general also spent a day with the “foot” soldiers assigned in the various combat units in Bicol to boost their morale.
Ordoyo first visited the headquarters of 902nd Brigade in Labo, Camarines Norte before proceeding to the 901st Brigade in Daraga, Albay.
He commended the troops for a job well done especially in pursuit of a lasting peace and development though “Oplan Bayanihan”, the military’s strategic and comprehensive internal security roadmap.
He lauded soldiers’ efforts in the peace and security efforts of the government describing “they are on the right track of winning the peace.”
The Solcom commanding general also said “more than anything, a simple gesture of appreciation and physical presence will inspire and encourage our soldiers to carry on with their duties.”
For any soldier, every day is like Christmas because of their sincere duty and offering of time, service and their very own lives, Ordoyo said.
“It is indeed a great sacrifice for their love of country and missing their families this Christmas because of the call to duty, honor and service,” he remarked.
The Solcom top military brass also reminded the troops to remain focused on their mission and respect the rights of everyone.
He also encouraged them to love one another, extend peace even to the enemies of the state and put God on top of every endeavor that they do.
At the same time, Ordoyo called on everyone who sees our soldiers on duty this Yuletide Season to greet them, salute them and express our love and appreciation and support for their noble profession.
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Lt. Gen. Ordoyo extended his Christmas felicitations and congratulated the soldiers who sacrifice and render selfless service, missing their Christmas get-together with families and loved ones in view of their holiday duty.
The Solcom commanding general also spent a day with the “foot” soldiers assigned in the various combat units in Bicol to boost their morale.
Ordoyo first visited the headquarters of 902nd Brigade in Labo, Camarines Norte before proceeding to the 901st Brigade in Daraga, Albay.
He commended the troops for a job well done especially in pursuit of a lasting peace and development though “Oplan Bayanihan”, the military’s strategic and comprehensive internal security roadmap.
He lauded soldiers’ efforts in the peace and security efforts of the government describing “they are on the right track of winning the peace.”
The Solcom commanding general also said “more than anything, a simple gesture of appreciation and physical presence will inspire and encourage our soldiers to carry on with their duties.”
For any soldier, every day is like Christmas because of their sincere duty and offering of time, service and their very own lives, Ordoyo said.
“It is indeed a great sacrifice for their love of country and missing their families this Christmas because of the call to duty, honor and service,” he remarked.
The Solcom top military brass also reminded the troops to remain focused on their mission and respect the rights of everyone.
He also encouraged them to love one another, extend peace even to the enemies of the state and put God on top of every endeavor that they do.
At the same time, Ordoyo called on everyone who sees our soldiers on duty this Yuletide Season to greet them, salute them and express our love and appreciation and support for their noble profession.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=2&sid=&nid=2&rid=599568