3rd Infantry Division (Philippines)
The 3rd Infantry Division, also known as the Spearhead Division, is a unit of the Philippine Army, based at Camp Gen Macario Peralta Jr in Jamindan, Capiz, Philippines.
3rd Infantry Division | |
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Unit Seal of the 3ID, PA | |
Active | July 01, 1946 – Present |
Country | Philippines |
Branch | Philippine Army |
Type | Infantry |
Role | Conventional warfare, counter-insurgency |
Size | 3 Brigades |
Part of | Philippine Army (Since 1946) |
Garrison/HQ | Camp Gen Macario Peralta Jr, Jamindan, Capiz |
Nickname(s) | Spearhead Troopers |
Motto(s) | The Armed Peacekeepers for Peace and Progress |
Engagements | Anti-guerilla operations against the NPA and local criminal elements. |
Commanders | |
Current commander | MGen. Marion R. Sison AFP |
Notable commanders | Maj. Gen. Fortunato Abat, AFP |
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