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458 guns demilitarized by 6ID on founding anniversary
FORT BONIFACIO, Metro Manila – The
Philippine Army’s (PA) 6th Infantry Division - Kampilan (6ID)
demilitarized 458 guns during the celebration of its 32nd Founding
Anniversary in Camp Siongco, Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao,
today, Oct. 25, 2019.
The PA Commanding General Lt. Gen.
Macairog S. Alberto graced the event as the guest of honor and speaker,
and led the demilitarization of the firearms alongside the 6ID
Commander, Maj. Gen. Diosdado C. Carreon.
Out of the 458 firearms, 80 were
recovered, two were captured and the rest were surrendered. “Their
former owners have made the courageous decision to give up armed
struggle and live peacefully with their neighbors and channel their
energies towards nations-building,” said Alberto in his address.
Alberto further recognized the 32 years
of commitment and dedication of the Kampilan Troopers for the service
and sacrifice to the people.
“Together with all its stakeholders, 6ID
moves forward with the same fire and commitment to defend and protect
the state and its citizens from all threats and disasters. It will
remain as a reliable partner in the realization of the region’s hopes
and dreams of a bright and prosperous future,” said Carreon.
“Today, we have destroyed more than just
the tools of war and death. We are also getting rid of the grim
reminders of our conflict and division that slows down our march towards
peace and progress,” added Alberto.#
PROTECTION AND PROMOTION OF HUMAN RIGHTS
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