From the Philippine News Agency (Feb 5): 7th Infantry Division rewards deserving non-commissioned officers
Major Gen. Hernando DCA Irriberri, commander of the Nueva Ecija-based 7th Infantry Division, personally awarded the "CLK" (Combat Leaders Knife) to seven deserving non-commissioned officers Tuesday.
The CLK is an emblematic symbol of an NCO carrying exemplary leadership qualities with attitude to seek, absorb and accept responsibility to make his/her unit in the front line more effective and efficient.
Iriberri said that the award highlights the role of the NCOs as the backbone of the Philippine Army
The CLK also shows that NCOs are empowered to handle the daily grind of their respective units of offices administrative and operational functions has been among the Army's top priorities.
Awarded the CLK were Chief Master Sgt. Elpidio V. Calugay,Command Sergeant Major;and other Sergeant Major on line units namely; Master Sgt. Antonio F. Cura of 3rd Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Dionisio C. Cameros of 24th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Usodan M. Benasing of 48th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Joselito S. Sotomil of 56th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Rolando L. Cortez of 70th Infantry Battalion; and Master Sgt. Henry G. Claudio of 81st Infantry Battalion.
Besides the awarding of the CLKs, Iriberri also honored Master Sgt. Nilo Triculla of 70th Infantry Battalion, who is retiring this Feb. 16 after almost 35 years of active service.
He was given a Command Plaque in recognition of his utmost dedication and invaluable service rendered to the Armed Forces of thePhilippines
“The Combat Leader’s Knife is not only an accessory in your uniform, but a symbol of your exemplary performance. May you continue to excel and seek perfection in your chosen field and continue to bring pride to your respective units and the AFP," Iriberri said.
“To the retiring Enlisted Personnel, Master Sergeant Nilo A. Triculla who had served the country for almost 35 years, I am wishing you good luck in facing another chapter of your life. I admire you, for despite of the hardships and challenges of being a soldier, you still able to effectively perform your role as a responsible husband and father to your wife and children. May you continue to bring inspiration to others as you’ve been an inspiration to all of us present here today. Thank you for your utmost dedication, patriotism and services rendered to Army, to the AFP and to our country,” he said.
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Major Gen. Hernando DCA Irriberri, commander of the Nueva Ecija-based 7th Infantry Division, personally awarded the "CLK" (Combat Leaders Knife) to seven deserving non-commissioned officers Tuesday.
The CLK is an emblematic symbol of an NCO carrying exemplary leadership qualities with attitude to seek, absorb and accept responsibility to make his/her unit in the front line more effective and efficient.
Iriberri said that the award highlights the role of the NCOs as the backbone of the Philippine Army
The CLK also shows that NCOs are empowered to handle the daily grind of their respective units of offices administrative and operational functions has been among the Army's top priorities.
Awarded the CLK were Chief Master Sgt. Elpidio V. Calugay,Command Sergeant Major;and other Sergeant Major on line units namely; Master Sgt. Antonio F. Cura of 3rd Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Dionisio C. Cameros of 24th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Usodan M. Benasing of 48th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Joselito S. Sotomil of 56th Infantry Battalion; Master Sgt. Rolando L. Cortez of 70th Infantry Battalion; and Master Sgt. Henry G. Claudio of 81st Infantry Battalion.
Besides the awarding of the CLKs, Iriberri also honored Master Sgt. Nilo Triculla of 70th Infantry Battalion, who is retiring this Feb. 16 after almost 35 years of active service.
He was given a Command Plaque in recognition of his utmost dedication and invaluable service rendered to the Armed Forces of the
“The Combat Leader’s Knife is not only an accessory in your uniform, but a symbol of your exemplary performance. May you continue to excel and seek perfection in your chosen field and continue to bring pride to your respective units and the AFP," Iriberri said.
“To the retiring Enlisted Personnel, Master Sergeant Nilo A. Triculla who had served the country for almost 35 years, I am wishing you good luck in facing another chapter of your life. I admire you, for despite of the hardships and challenges of being a soldier, you still able to effectively perform your role as a responsible husband and father to your wife and children. May you continue to bring inspiration to others as you’ve been an inspiration to all of us present here today. Thank you for your utmost dedication, patriotism and services rendered to Army, to the AFP and to our country,” he said.
http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=1&sid=&nid=1&rid=612716