THE Army’s 1st Infantry Division (1ID) has awarded a medal to a soldier, who was wounded in a recent clash with terrorists in Lanao del Sur, for gallantry in action, the military said.
Major General Yegor Rey Barroquillo, Jr., 1ID commander, personally honored the courage and sacrifice of the wounded soldier (name withheld) by awarding him the Wounded Personnel Medal in a solemn ceremony at Camp Evangelista Station Hospital, Cagayan de Oro City on Tuesday, August 12.
The medal was awarded for the soldier’s gallantry during a clash on August 9, in Barangay Lamin, Lumbayanague, Lanao del Sur, where Army troops fought against a group of Dawlah Islamiyah–Maute Group terrorists.
“The fierce clash resulted in three terrorists killed and three others captured, delivering a major blow to the group’s operations in the province of Lanao del Sur,” the 1ID said in a statement.
Barroquillo lauded the soldier’s valor and resilience, emphasizing that such acts reflect the highest traditions of the Philippine Army.
The wounded soldier, who sustained injuries during the firefight, expressed his appreciation for the recognition and support.
Barroquillo was joined by Brigadier General Billy Dela Rosa, 103rd Infantry Brigade commander, along with other senior officers, who all gathered to pay tribute to the soldier’s heroism and dedication in safeguarding peace and security in the region. (SunStar Zamboanga)