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LUUK, Sulu — The Philippine Army Artillery Regiment has conferred the prestigious “King of Battle” Tab on Brig. Gen. Alaric Avelino Delos Santos, commander of the 1102nd Infantry “Ganarul” Brigade, honoring his extensive military service, steadfast support for artillery development, and the vital integration of fire support with maneuver forces. The conferment was held during the 3rd Founding Anniversary celebration of the 11th Field Artillery Battalion (11FAB) held at the Headquarters of the 11th Field Artillery (Bullseye) Battalion Artillery Regiment in Camp Bud Datu, Barangay Tagbak, Indanan, Sulu on Saturday. The celebration was anchored on the theme “Tatlong Taong Matatag na Pagkakaisa, Marangal na Tradisyon, at Mataas na Antas ng Propesyonalismo, Sandigan ng Makabagong Artillero.” Lt. Col. Rogelio Baytec, battalion commander of the 11FAB, led the military officers, enlisted personnel, and guests who witnessed the formal presentation of the recognition to Delos Santos. For Delos Santos, the distinction carries deep personal and professional significance, bridging his long-standing career across different branches of service. Before transitioning his Armed Forces of the Philippines Occupational Specialty (Afpos) to the infantry, Delos Santos served as a dedicated artillery officer, laying a foundation of discipline and professionalism that shaped his entire military trajectory. “Receiving the ‘King of Battle’ Tab is particularly meaningful to me because artillery was once my home before I became an infantry officer,” said Delos Santos. “The lessons, discipline, and professionalism I gained as an artilleryman have remained with me throughout my military career,” added Delos Santos. Extending the honor to the troops under his command, Delos Santos underscored the operational necessity of seamless coordination between infantry and artillery units. “I share this recognition with the men and women of the 1102nd Infantry Brigade and the 11th Field Artillery Battalion. Our close partnership demonstrates how maneuver and fire support capabilities complement each other in protecting our communities and in sustaining the hard-earned peace that we want the next generation to inherit,” said Delos Santos. The accolade ultimately cements the enduring professional bonds forged during his early career as an qrtillery officer while recognizing his ongoing operational leadership in securing local communities across Sulu.