EAGLE NEWS: Ilang mga Matapat troopers ng 53rd IB, binigyan ng promosyon

“This is a solid proof that your hardwork, dedication to duty, and selfless service is not forgotten by the Philippine Army. Your Matapat Family is one with you in celebrating your well-deserved promotion,” said Lt. Col. Herrera in his message.

A total of 34 Matapat Troopers were promoted: 6 from Private First Class (PFC) to Corporal (Cpl); 6 were promoted from Cpl to Sergeant (Sgt); 14 —9 permanent and 5 temporary— were promoted from Sgt to Staff Sergeant (SSg); 7—4 permanent and 3 temporary— were promoted from SSg to Technical Sergeant (TSg); and 1 —MSg Habawel, the Acting Battalion Sergeant Major (SM), was promoted from TSg to Master Sergeant (MSg).