The 46th Infantry Battalion of the
Philippine Army is an organic unit of the
8th Infantry (Storm Troopers) Division. Their primary task is to secure the peace and order in the areas of Eastern Visayas, especially the Province of
Western Samar which was noted for its deteriorated peace and order situation.
Currently, the 500-man-
battalion are garrisoned and stationed at Brgy Polangi,
Calbiga, Samar.
Equipment:
M16
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Rifle
M4 Carbine
M14 Rifle
M1911 Pistol
M60 Machine Gun
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Battalions of the Philippines
Military units and formations established in 2003
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