Marine Battalion Landing Team-1

1𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐑𝐢𝐟𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫, 𝐏𝐍

On 20 May 2025, the Commanding Officer of the 1st Marine Rifle Battalion, LTCOL EDGAR S BERNARDO JR PN(M), paid a courtesy call with the Vice Commander, Philippine Navy, MGEN EDWIN E AMADAR PN(M), at Headquarters Philippine Navy, Roxas Boulevard, Manila.

The engagement emphasized ongoing efforts to maintain a high level of readiness and responsiveness to operational requirements, reinforcing the unit’s standing as the most ready unit and to continue the accomplishments and uphold the proud legacy of 1MRBn. It likewise stressed the importance of ensuring operational efficiency and the effective ex*****on of assigned missions.

MGEN EDWIN E AMADAR PN(M), Vice Commander, PN, was also the 25th Commanding Officer of the 1MRBn from 05 August 2010 to 12 April 2012.

PN @ 128 | The Philippine Navy continues to protect the nation’s seas and sovereignty with courage beyond measure. Your sailors and marines embody the true spirit of service, remaining steadfast, mission-focused, and ready to defend the Filipino people at all costs.

As we commemorate the 128th Anniversary of the Philippine Navy, we carry this year’s theme, “PN @128: Modern and Ready, Strong and Steady — Credible in Mission, Always Mission-Ready,” as a reflection of the commitment to excellence, professionalism, and service to the nation. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Filipino people for your trust, support, and solidarity with the Philippine Navy.

Sa bawat paglalayag at bawat misyong ginagampanan, dala ng ating mga mandirigma at mandaragat ang dangal ng watawat at ang paninindigang ipagtanggol ang kalayaan at kinabukasan ng Pilipinas. Patuloy na matatag. Patuloy na handa. Para sa bayan at sambayanang Pilipino.

PN @128: Modern and Ready, Strong and Steady — Credible in Mission, Always Mission-Ready

𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐒𝐘 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐘 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑, 1𝐒𝐓 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐑𝐈𝐅𝐋𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍

The Commanding Officer of the 1st Marine Rifle Battalion (1MRBn), LTCOL EDGAR S. BERNARDO JR. PN(M), conducted a series of courtesy calls to key naval and marine operational leaders following the battalion’s transfer and operational deployment to the National Capital Region (NCR).

LTCOL BERNARDO PN(M) paid a courtesy call to CAPT HERNANE DC LANES (GSC), Commander of the Naval Installation Facility (NIF)- Cavite. The visit underscored the battalion’s appreciation for the support and assistance extended by NIF, particularly in providing billeting accommodations for the personnel of 1MRBn during its deployment in NCR.

In another separate call, LTCOL BERNARDO PN(M) met with COL JOEL C. BONAVENTE PN(M)(GSC), Deputy Commander for Marine Operations (MAROPS). The engagements highlighted the importance of interoperability, operational coordination, and strengthened partnership between 1MRBn and naval units within the NCR Area of Responsibility. Discussions focused on operational readiness, command guidance, and collaborative efforts in support of the mission objectives of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.