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C O N C L U S I O N "A member is, however, expected to utilize his common sense, and his knowledge of human nature and of the ways of the of the world in weighing the evidence. In the light of all the circumstances of the case, he should consider the inherent probability or improbability of the evidence.” Chapter 15-78a, Court Martial Procedure The cohesion and unity within the Philippine Army defines its capability to carry out its lofty mandate. National defense is the people's defense. Understanding this and the relevance of winning the hearts and minds of the populace can only be carried out by the alignment of the soldier's heart and mind with the Philippine Army core philosophy, as spelled out in its core values and standards of conduct. In forging a concrete national identity, the Philippine Army soldier will respect the people, will help the people, and defend the people in all areas of the Army's operational imperatives. Moreover, as each soldier consistently aligns himself with the foregoing values and standards of conduct, he continues the extraordinary and noble behavior of those heroes who have gone before him. When he adheres to the value system, he invites others to live his noble life, thereby influencing the course of history towards a larger unity in keeping with national development and solidarity. Ultimately, the Soldier is the Army, personal in influence but national in effect. The Soldier therefore becomes the symbol of stability and pride of every Filipino. Three qualities stand out in the Philippine Army soldier's life: an ability to employ his natural sense of humor at the best and worst of times; a creative and analytical ability to allow him to perform tasks not covered by regular training; and an unwavering faith in the Divine that unites him with his countrymen more than any other factor. Even integration of erstwhile enemy insurgents into the fold of the law or their integration into the Philippine Army has not removed the soldier's ability to see humor in a situation, or employ creativity in meeting new faces in the field, or honor one's freedom of belief, as part and parcel of the brotherhood of comrades-in-arms. These unique cultural factors have cemented camaraderie and provided the Philippine Army soldier with the needed sense of adaptability and resilience in the face of the seriousness of his noble calling. In this respect, he continues to stand above the rest. As in any endeavor, the results of this handbook are far-reaching because it treats of fundamental of the service. The impact of this handbook is internal to the soldier and will spur future action along the lines set out herein. The responsibility of a life of service lies with the soldier more than any other factor in the military initiative. Clearly, the operational imperative continuously exists and the reality of the military profession equally significant in the life of the nation, shaping society as it is itself being shaped by the synergy between the soldier and his country. It is for his purpose that the path has been made, to be understood as leading to the same goal of being one with the country for whom one serves. C O N C L U S I O N "A member is, however, expected to utilize his common sense, and his knowledge of human nature and of the ways of the of the world in weighing the evidence. In the light of all the circumstances of the case, he should consider the inherent probability or improbability of the evidence.” Chapter 15-78a, Court Martial Procedure The cohesion and unity within the Philippine Army defines its capability to carry out its lofty mandate. National defense is the people's defense. Understanding this and the relevance of winning the hearts and minds of the populace can only be carried out by the alignment of the soldier's heart and mind with the Philippine Army core philosophy, as spelled out in its core values and standards of conduct. In forging a concrete national identity, the Philippine Army soldier will respect the people, will help the people, and defend the people in all areas of the Army's operational imperatives. Moreover, as each soldier consistently aligns himself with the foregoing values and standards of conduct, he continues the extraordinary and noble behavior of those heroes who have gone before him. When he adheres to the value system, he invites others to live his noble life, thereby influencing the course of history towards a larger unity in keeping with national development and solidarity. Ultimately, the Soldier is the Army, personal in influence but national in effect. The Soldier therefore becomes the symbol of stability and pride of every Filipino. Three qualities stand out in the Philippine Army soldier's life: an ability to employ his natural sense of humor at the best and worst of times; a creative and analytical ability to allow him to perform tasks not covered by regular training; and an unwavering faith in the Divine that unites him with his countrymen more than any other factor. Even integration of erstwhile enemy insurgents into the fold of the law or their integration into the Philippine Army has not removed the soldier's ability to see humor in a situation, or employ creativity in meeting new faces in the field, or honor one's freedom of belief, as part and parcel of the brotherhood of comrades-in-arms. These unique cultural factors have cemented camaraderie and provided the Philippine Army soldier with the needed sense of adaptability and resilience in the face of the seriousness of his noble calling. In this respect, he continues to stand above the rest. As in any endeavor, the results of this handbook are far-reaching because it treats of fundamental of the service. The impact of this handbook is internal to the soldier and will spur future action along the lines set out herein. The responsibility of a life of service lies with the soldier more than any other factor in the military initiative. Clearly, the operational imperative continuously exists and the reality of the military profession equally significant in the life of the nation, shaping society as it is itself being shaped by the synergy between the soldier and his country. It is for his purpose that the path has been made, to be understood as leading to the same goal of being one with the country for whom one serves. èback |
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