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Philippine Army Major and West Point graduate Floren Herrera became the first Filipino recipient of the 2024 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms, which was presented by the West Point Association of Graduates in New York, USA.In an Instagram post, the US Military Academy in West Point highlighted Herrera’s heroic role and contributions during the Marawi siege in 2017.
“Furthermore, during the clearing of several buildings occupied by enemy snipers, Herrera displayed exceptional bravery and tactical expertise by maneuvering his platoon through unexpected avenues of approach and catching the enemy by surprise,” the citation said.“Herrera was also instrumental in the neutralization of two key terrorist leaders when he spearheaded the assault in the buildings adjacent to their occupied structure.
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