ALPHA DART Company, 3rd RRIBn

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗹𝗽𝗵𝗮 𝗗𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀

As the year draws to a close and the festive spirit of Christmas fills the air, communities come together to celebrate hope, joy, and gratitude. Among those who embody these values daily are Alpha DART soldiers, men and women who dedicate themselves selflessly to serving the people and country, pro bono.

This Christmas season, a thanksgiving party was held to honor their unwavering commitment and to express heartfelt thanks for a year of service marked by dedication, sacrifice, and resilience.

𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽
The event, organized by Structural Collapse Search and Rescue Training Class MAISOG 01-2025 headed by its President Pvt Reza Dadufalza-Goyeneche, is fully supported by the unit and former students Pvt Lian Thorjie M Lim PA (Res) and Pvt Chloe Jenna Tandez (Res) are the Masters of Ceremony. It was a vibrant gathering filled with warmth, laughter, and camaraderie. Alpha DART Troopers, along with their families, gathered in simple venue in the old Special Forces Regiment (Airborne) Liaison in the afternoon of December 14, 2025.

The event featured a mix of traditional holiday activities and military camaraderie. From heartfelt speeches acknowledging the challenges and triumphs of the past year to lively performances showcasing the talents of the troops themselves, dubbed as Alpha DART Got Talent. The party was a perfect blend of celebration and reflection.

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲
Throughout the evening, in behalf of Acting Commanding Officer LTC GERALD ABERGOS, First Sergeant of Alpha DART Coy TSg Antonio N Gutierrez and S3 NCO MSg Diogenes San Agustin took the opportunity to recognize all for the dedication and exemplary performance, teamwork, leadership, and community outreach efforts reminding everyone that serving the country involves more than just reporting in the camp. These words served as a powerful reminder of the vital role our reservists play in maintaining peace and security, as well as in supporting disaster response and humanitarian efforts.

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀
Said event provided a much-needed chance for the troops to relax a bit both in civilian works and military world, unwind, and connect with one another. Sharing meals, gifts, and participating in fun games and activities helped foster a sense of belonging and unity, an essential ingredients for maintaining morale in the demanding life in the reserve force.

The presence of families especially with their children was especially meaningful, as their support forms the backbone of our reservists’ strength.

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲
As the festivities concluded, there was a shared sense of renewed purpose and optimism. The year-end fellowship was more than just a celebration; it was a reaffirmation of commitment to each one another, to GOD, to the people they serve, and to the nation’s future.

In honoring our soldiers, both in the regular force and reserve force, this Christmas, we acknowledge their sacrifices and express our deepest gratitude. Their service is a gift that protects our freedom and peace every day of the year. May this season of goodwill inspire us all to support and uplift those who stand guard over our country, today and always.

𝓦𝓔 𝓔𝓧𝓘𝓢𝓣 𝓣𝓞 𝓢𝓔𝓡𝓥𝓔 𝓐𝓝𝓓 𝓢𝓐𝓥𝓔
TSg de Vera