• GILBERT P. BAYORAN
Col. Leroy Silveo Daanton, who formerly served as deputy commander of the Philippine Army’s 302nd Infantry Brigade in Negros Oriental, has assumed command of the 301st Infantry Brigade on Thursday, Nov. 12.
During the ceremony held at Camp General Macario Peralta in Jamindan, Capiz, Daanton succeeded Brig. Gen. Nhel Richard Patricio, who retired from military service also on the same day.
Patricio led the 301st Infantry Brigade starting Jan. 28, 2025, succeeding retired Maj. Gen. Michael Samson, former commander of the 3rd Infantry Division.
During his tenure, Patricio, who was also previously assigned in Negros, prioritized efforts to establish lasting peace and security across Panay and Guimaras by addressing the communist insurgency.
Under his leadership, several members of the rebel group surrendered and returned to the fold of the law, allowing them to begin rebuilding their lives in their respective communities.
Daanton, who hails from Sta. Barbara, Iloilo, is a member of the Philippine Military Academy Maalab Class of 1993 and completed Scout Ranger training as part of Class 114-93. He also holds a Master in National Security Administration.
The 301st Infantry Brigade is responsible for security operations across Panay Island, with headquarters at Camp General Ceferino S. Carreon in Calinog, Iloilo. | GPB
