tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874Wed, 06 Nov 2024 02:49:47 +0000peaceLanaophilippine army104th Infantry BrigadeArmyBenito de LeonsecuritymilitaryMindanaonews104th brigadedevelopmentsoldiersiliganinterfaith1st Infantry DivisionChristiansDimaporochildrensectoral linkagessultanMuslimISLAMfamilyreconciliationMILFMuslimsUSinspirationoath of allegianceviolenceBelmonteDisplaced PersonsGilberto Teodoro JrKiwanisKnutzenNGOanniversarycol benito de leondutyecotourismmediamindanao examinerprofession of armsridounitywaryouth1stACCBaloiBgen Antonio SupnetCMOClass 1981DimalupigDolorfinoEaster SundayEid'l AdhaGilberto TeodoroIDPLMGMNLFMighty Cave ParkMisuariPGMAPakigdaitPhilippinesPresident ArroyoRuffy BiazonSaranganiTagoloanUnited States of AmericaWESMINCOMambassadorarea coordinating centerbirthdaybusinessconstitutiondutieseducationfaithfreemasonryfuturegraduationhigh schoolhopejournalistlawrence cruzmasonmemoriesmountain bikeppanatang makabayanprogressrapereadingsacrificesultan brigadeturnovervalentinewalkingwomenCreated for COLONEL BENITO DE LEON, Commander, 104th Infantry (SULTAN) Brigade, 1ID, PAhttp://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (JEANIE)Blogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-6551567136768617677Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:32:00 +00002009-11-11T14:33:04.646+08:00104th Infantry BrigadeiliganLanaomilitaryMindanaophilippine armyprofession of armsOpening the camp to the public is a way to make the people understand and support their military. We, in the military, owe it to the people to explain what we are doing. In the first place, they have mandated our existence and have paid in taxes for our service. This rationale guided the holding of the 3-day camp exhibit culminating with the 9th Founding Anniversary celebration of the 104th http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/11/military-exhibits-rationale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-6195645719274198587Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:28:00 +00002009-11-11T14:27:33.773+08:00104th Infantry BrigadeecotourisminterfaithLanaoMindanaoMuslimspeaceunitySince my assumption, I have openly invited acquaintances to drop on my porch either to have coffee or exchange thoughts with me. My porch then was a shaded and fenced area next to my temporary lodging and furnished with native furniture. The increasing number of visiting friends afterward required for a bigger space; hence, the Pagari Park. "Pagari" means friendship in Maranao.A related article http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/10/pagari-park-brigade-porch.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-5220896018888077374Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:02:00 +00002009-10-22T21:30:28.289+08:00104th Infantry Brigademediamilitaryphilippine armyOn the occasion of the brigade's 9th Foundation Anniversary on 26 October, we have published the maiden issue of the Sultan Troopers' Journal--the e-copy is included in this post.Compared with other military publications, I daresay that this issue attempts to make the articles more understandable to the ordinary civilians. More importantly, it aims to contribute in making the military's existencehttp://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/10/sultan-troopers-journal-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-7382143214877367460Thu, 15 Oct 2009 06:04:00 +00002009-10-15T15:26:37.802+08:00104th Infantry BrigadeanniversaryLanaophilippine armysultan brigadeIn connection with the 9th Founding Anniversary of the 104th Infantry (Sultan) Brigade on 26 October 2009, an exhibit within camp premises will be open to the public from 24 to 26 October. Please check the invitation below.9th Anniversary Exhibit http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/10/brigade-exhibit-invitation.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-7466059577955865267Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:16:00 +00002009-10-29T12:40:08.401+08:00BaloidevelopmentLanaopeaceLanao del Norte—the land of beauty and bounty—continues to showcase its plentiful resource amid festivities. This was seen in today’s 61st anniversary celebration of Araw ng Baloi with the theme “Unity, Peace and Progress is the Collective Effort of the Government and the People.” Mayor Hanifa Ali took pride in ushering guests to the several booths displaying the town’s abundant agriculture http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/08/land-of-bounty.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-6057867292185416309Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:42:00 +00002009-09-25T17:11:58.508+08:00104th Infantry BrigadeCMOdevelopmentDolorfinopeaceWESMINCOMAlong with the change of leadership is the anticipated adjustment or variation in the way of doing things. The Western Mindanao Command (WESMINCOM) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) based in Zamboanga City had such a change last on 16 July 2009 with the retirement of Lt. Gen. Nelson Allaga and the assumption of Maj. Gen. Benjamin Mohammad Dolorfino, the commandant of the Philippine http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/07/wesmincom-accents-cmo-approach.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-962739989432314525Fri, 17 Jul 2009 11:54:00 +00002009-10-29T12:31:06.670+08:00anniversaryDimaporoGilberto Teodoro JrLanaoIn keeping with the provincial title as the “Land of Beauty and Bounty,” and fitting to a golden anniversary associated with optimism and wealth, Lanao del Norte have shown all these marks during its 50th Founding Anniversary celebration.Despite the disturbing memories of the August 2008 atrocity on the towns of Kolambugan and Kauswagan and the lingering threat of violence in the area, Governor http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/07/anniversary-of-golden-optimism.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-2168632015757877840Wed, 01 Jul 2009 01:11:00 +00002009-09-18T16:48:22.139+08:00developmentecotourismLanaoMighty Cave ParkMindanaopeaceprogressTagoloanDriving a vehicle for 45 minutes towards the east of Iligan City, following a concrete and climbing road, brings you to the adjacent Municipality of Tagoloan. Up here, in the cooler mountain areas of the Province of Lanao del Norte, we can find the recently opened Mighty Cave Park.The inauguration of this park was the highlight of the 40th Araw ng Tagoloan last 21 June. Speaking during the http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/07/mighty-cave-ushering-progress.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-3209576850361421314Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:17:00 +00002009-09-03T21:17:29.019+08:00LanaomilitarypeaceSaranganiIt was a warm sunny day when Sarangani Governor Miguel Rene “Migz” A. Dominguez finally came to see us in Lanao del Norte. He has long wanted to visit since I was transferred out of his province for a posting in Lanao in August 2008, but the prevailing unpeace prevented him to do so. His Province of Sarangani, a coastal region of south-central Mindanao, has a population of about half a million http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/06/friendly-visit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-8110579774416790498Tue, 16 Jun 2009 12:21:00 +00002009-06-19T19:57:54.858+08:00104th Infantry Brigade1st Infantry DivisionmilitaryMindanaoRuffy BiazonHow do lawmakers make time to attend to their personal aspirations and commitments despite their already demanding professional obligations particularly in representing their constituents in the formulation of laws?Perhaps, the visit of Congressman Rozzano Rufino “Ruffy” Biazon to the 104th Infantry Brigade Headquarters gives a peek at how lawmakers use their time and weave through their hectic http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/06/hour-with-lawmaker.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-6484634713452546388Thu, 28 May 2009 02:55:00 +00002009-06-02T07:31:47.503+08:00ambassadorLanaoMindanaopeacephilippine armyPhilippinesreconciliationUnited States of AmericaUS"Your Excellency, welcome to Lanao del Norte--the area of 104th Infantry Brigade," I greeted the US Ambassador Kristie Kenney in according her the military courtesy extended to visiting dignitaries.Ambassador Kenney was the first and highest ranking foreign diplomat to have visited my brigade's area of responsibility since I assumed. While her plane landed at Iligan Airport in Baloi, she was http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/05/ambassador-promoting-goodwill.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-4431044794903011360Mon, 18 May 2009 02:01:00 +00002009-05-21T11:19:16.786+08:00104th brigade1st Infantry DivisionLanaoLMGMILFMindanaooath of allegiancepeacephilippine armyOver the weekend, I joined Major General Romeo Lustestica—Commander of the 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division—in accepting another batch of former separatist rebels which yielded to one of my forces in Lanao del Norte.Lt Col Jones Agustin of the 32nd Infantry Battalion presented them along with their firearms to General Lustestica. Later, Lanao del Norte Governor Mohamad Khalid Dimaporo administered http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/05/reintegrating-our-wayward-brothers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-6475573722349555155Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:18:00 +00002009-05-21T11:23:21.329+08:00104th Infantry Brigade1st Infantry DivisionArmyBenito de LeonDimaporomilitaryoath of allegiancepeacereconciliationsecurityReminiscent of the story of the “prodigal son,” this time to our Filipino brothers, I along with my division commander and the provincial governor received the group of Mabaning Andamun Lucsadato.Mabaning, known as either Benjie or Protector—the highest ranking commander of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) who has so far defected to the government— is the commander of the 101st Brigade ofhttp://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/04/welcoming-our-prodigal-brothers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-3334224606682786142Sun, 12 Apr 2009 05:38:00 +00002009-04-15T20:44:25.848+08:00104th Infantry BrigadechildrenEaster Sundayfamilyiliganpeacephilippine armysoldiersAfter riding on our bikes and surveying the surroundings, I went to join my men on the beach. I have earlier approved the “beach party,” in observance of the customary affair of families to cool-off from the summer heat, timed with the celebration of Easter. While traveling, I saw traffic building up—all heading for the beach—a common scene throughout the country at the end of the Holy Week.The http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/04/happy-and-peaceful-easter.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-5973749451801633936Wed, 08 Apr 2009 06:09:00 +00002009-04-09T20:56:29.877+08:00104th Infantry Brigadeiliganmountain bikephilippine armysecurityHow do we continue performing our duties—in securing the communities—and make our tasks enjoyable especially this Lenten Season? There should be a way. As I thought of the available options on my porch, my attention strayed to the mountain bike parked beside me. Why not on a bike?We have recently overcome the arduous and daunting route from Overton to the Brigade Headquarters in Maria Cristina, http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/04/securing-touring-on-bike.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-2722698793248865670Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:58:00 +00002009-04-09T21:48:10.126+08:00104th Infantry BrigadechildreninspirationinterfaithKiwanisPakigdaitpeacephilippine armyyouthIt is always refreshing and inspiring to spend time with the children, particularly when you see them happy. Their youthful innocence and zest at play has a way of reliving our younger days when we were unaffected by the larger concerns of the times.A “Dula sa mga Bata Alang sa Kalinaw” (Games of the Children for Peace) was one activity planned to help communities, particularly the children, http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/04/fun-filled-afternoon-with-children.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-3682433652036710855Tue, 31 Mar 2009 12:29:00 +00002009-04-02T19:39:42.124+08:00childrenChristianseducationfuturegraduationhigh schoolhopeinspirationMuslimoath of allegiancepanatang makabayanphilippine armyreadingreconciliationyouthOur hopes for the future are pinned on our children. And school graduation exercises celebrate this event with the awarding of diplomas and medals proclaiming the children’s achievement. It is usually an emotionally charged affair when tears are shed—of joy, of gratitude, of pride, of hope, and perhaps ... even of despair—by the graduating students, teachers, and parents, and even by guests. The http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/pinning-our-hopes-on-youth-our-children.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-1141478272584723706Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:23:00 +00002009-03-25T11:40:16.228+08:00104th Infantry BrigadeArmybirthdaymilitarypeacephilippine army“How beautiful is the morning…”—the first line of the song usually sang in a “maňanita”—from voices entering my window, and filling my room, roused me from sleep. It was 4 in the morning of the 21st of March, a Saturday. I went out to see my officers, men and a few of their dependents who came to serenade and greet me on my birthday.After an exchange of pleasantries over some native delicacies, http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/full-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-1693782318271654872Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:28:00 +00002009-04-02T19:45:49.162+08:00ArmyinterfaithMindanaopeaceunitywalkingI had the chance to attend the “Panagtagbo Alang sa Kalinaw”—a meeting of multi-cultures and religions in a unity walk—a culminating activity of the month-long commemoration of peace for Lanao del Norte.The activity was hosted by the Provincial Government of Lanao del Norte in cooperation with Pakigdait Incorporated and the Civil Society Organization of Lanao del Norte Partnership for Peace and http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/walking-its-meaning-to-peace.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-9053802769811506916Fri, 13 Mar 2009 07:57:00 +00002009-04-05T11:04:43.367+08:00ArmyClass 1981DimalupigGilberto Teodoro Jrphilippine armySenior Army commanders met for a 3-day conference to address the challenges confronting the Army. This 6th Senior Leaders Conference is part of the activities lined-up in commemoration of the 112th Anniversary of the Philippine Army.The gathering was an excellent way to exchange notes from commanders all over the country while renewing bonds that ensure team spirit. Surely, this will go a long http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/6th-senior-leaders-conference.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-348461432029688743Sat, 07 Mar 2009 05:43:00 +00002009-03-10T14:44:31.413+08:00ArmydevelopmentmilitaryMindanaopeacesectoral linkages“How do you think we are able to maximize the presence of the partners from Civil Society, Church groups, Business?” This was the central question posed when asked to share my views in a discussion with other stakeholders on the recent events in Lanao del Norte, Misamis Oriental and Bukidnon.The forum with the theme “Learning from the Commanders”, sponsored by Balay Mindanao Foundation http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/partnering-with-civil-sector.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-366327680586899690Fri, 27 Feb 2009 05:33:00 +00002009-03-04T20:58:08.637+08:001st1st Infantry DivisionMILFMindanaopeacephilippine armyThe leadership of the 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division of the Philippine Army was passed from Major General Nehemias Pajarito to Major General Romeo Lustestica in a change of command ceremonies last 24 February 2009.MGen Pajarito, the outgoing commander and who was also retiring from the service that day, thanked the troops for their support to his leadership. He, likewise, expressed confidence thathttp://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/03/tabak-handed-over.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-4318351242192366320Fri, 20 Feb 2009 14:08:00 +00002009-02-22T14:29:14.235+08:00childrenfamilyinspirationmemoriesvalentineBy stroke of fate, I found myself again posted in the same place--Lanao--for the 3rd time: first as a junior officer in the early 80s, then as battalion commander in 2000, and now as brigade commander. Fond memories of the past easily come by on idle days, as on Valentine’s Day, more so when away from our loved ones.Far from my loved ones on the “Day of the Hearts” and after 24 years, I finally http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/02/memories-of-heart.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-2971298745462377708Sun, 08 Feb 2009 13:22:00 +00002009-02-20T11:58:26.174+08:00freemasonrymasonmilitaryNGOpeacephilippine armyviolence“Haring Gangis!”—I overheard a brother Mason greet arriving fraternal guests to the 31st Public Installation of Officers at Glicerio Lim Memorial Lodge 222 (under the Free and Accepted Masons of the Philippines) in Bagong-Dawis, Baroy, Lanao del Norte last February 7. This greeting, usually used in addressing the master of a Masonic lodge, is an attempted Visayan translation to warmly welcome http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/02/masonsbuilders-of-peace-development.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5710490302543360874.post-8800139805674748166Sat, 07 Feb 2009 14:05:00 +00002009-02-13T21:56:50.027+08:00childrendevelopmentKiwanisNGOphilippine armysectoral linkages"To make a difference" was how Ms. Marit Stinus-Remonde, District Governor of Kiwanis International, described the purpose of her visit at 104th Infantry Brigade area in Lanao del Norte last February 6. Her visit was long delayed due to the violent incidents that rocked the province. It is then understandable that her husband, Press Secretary Cerge Remonde, was seemingly reluctant to have her http://army-sultan-commander.blogspot.com/2009/02/to-make-difference.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Arimao)2