FORT BONIFACIO, Taguig City – The Philippine Army joined the National Heroes’ Day “Tribute to Soldiers” which honored the everyday heroism as well as sacrifices of Filipino soldiers at the Manila Hotel on August 26, 2024.
Speaking at the said tribute, Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito Galvez Jr. honored “our great heroes of all time” who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and independence of our nation.
Soldiers are not only warriors but also peacekeepers, peacemakers, and peacebuilders. Because of our soldiers’ peace efforts, thousands of lives chose the new path and are now living in peace with their families and communities.
Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito Galvez Jr.
The military top brass including Army Chief Lt. Gen. Roy M. Galido attended the said tribute.
A total of eight enlisted personnel from various Philippine Army Major Units were nominated in the Contribution to Combat Zone, Outstanding Community Service, Innovations in Administrative and Logistics Functions, and Achievements in Education categories that comprise the individual awards.
Meanwhile, the 84th Infantry Battalion of the 7th Infantry Division, 8th Infantry Battalion of the 4th Infantry Division, and the 47th Infantry Battalion of the 3rd Infantry Division garnered nominations in the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Best Unit Award.