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10th Infantry Division Welcomes 79 New Enlistees for Infantry Orientation Training

Strategic Insights

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As the Philippines continues to strengthen its military presence, the 10th Infantry (Agila) Division has taken a significant step in bolstering its ranks with 79 new enlistees who commenced their Infantry Orientation Training (INFOT) Class 01-2025. This initiative marks a crucial milestone in the development of a more capable and professional fighting force, aligning with the Philippine Army's vision for the future. The enlistees, who recently completed a four-month basic military training at the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), will undergo a seven-week specialization program designed to equip them with essential tactical skills and operational field expertise.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 10th Infantry (Agila) Division welcomed 79 new enlistees for Infantry Orientation Training (INFOT) Class 01-2025, marking a significant step in the development of a more capable and professional fighting force.
  • The enlistees recently completed a four-month basic military training at the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Philippine Army, in Camp O'Donnell, Capas, Tarlac.
  • The INFOT training program is designed to equip the new soldiers with essential tactical skills and operational field expertise.
  • Colonel Merrill Sumalinog, assistant chief of staff for training and education (OG8), emphasized the critical role of continuous training in preparing soldiers for future challenges.
  • The training program is a key step in the military careers of the new soldiers, preparing them to contribute to the security and defense efforts of the nation.
  • The 7-week specialization program will focus on equipping the new soldiers with the skills and expertise necessary to meet the complex challenges of modern warfare.
  • The training is part of the Philippine Army's commitment to developing a more capable and professional fighting force.
  • Colonel Sumalinog emphasized that the enlistees are now part of "a legacy that demands courage, integrity, and excellence in every mission".
  • The new soldiers will be trained at the 10th Division Training School, Camp General Manuel T. Yan Sr., in Mawab, Davao de Oro.

Statistics:

  • 79 new enlistees commenced Infantry Orientation Training Class 01-2025.
  • 4 months - duration of basic military training at Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC).
  • 7 weeks - duration of specialization program.
  • 100% of new enlistees will undergo basic and specialized training to equip them with essential skills.

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  • "INFOT Class 01-2025 kicks off at 10th Division Training School, May 27, 2025."

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