MarawiandBeyond.com – The JTF Marawi Story

Welcome to MarawiAndBeyond .com

This website aims to shed light on the valiant efforts and triumphs of the Philippine government security forces who bravely faced and ultimately defeated terrorists in the Marawi siege.

Through a carefully curated collection of accounts, interviews, and first account narratives, MarawiandBeyond.com elucidates the profound challenges that soldiers encountered while combating terrorism head-on.

By offering a nuanced perspective and delving into the strategies, tactics, and sacrifices made by these brave individuals, this website highlights the exceptional dedication and courage displayed throughout the 147-day battle from May 23, 2017 to October 17, 2017. It goes beyond mere victory narratives to explore essential aspects such as the emotional toll on soldiers involved, their preparedness for combat situations, and the strength of unity within their ranks.

This platform also endeavors to honor those who paid the ultimate price in protecting innocent lives against the heinous acts perpetrated by the ISIS-Maute terrorist group. Overall, this website is an invaluable resource for professionals in military and civilian sectors seeking valuable insights or researchers keen on understanding historic triumphs against terrorism.

Email: marawiandbeyond@gmail.com

About Marawi and Beyond Book Series

Providing the most comprehensive documentation of how the Philippine Army dealt with the Marawi Crisis, the Marawi and Beyond | The JTF Marawi Story book series is dedicated to the 165 soldiers and policemen who died and to all those who were involved in the operations against the ISIS-Maute Terrorist Group during the Battle of Marawi from May 23, 2017 to October 23, 2017.

6th Marawi Liberation Anniversary AVP

Celebrating Brotherhood, Camaraderie in Adversity | 6th Marawi Liberation Anniversary AVP presented during the fellowship meeting of veterans on October 23, 2023, in Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City. #MarawiAndBeyond 6th Marawi Liberation Anniversary | Veterans Celebrate Brotherhood, Camaraderie in Adversity Posted on October 23, 2023 Soldiers and stakeholders who served to end the Marawi crisis in …

6th Marawi Liberation Anniversary | Veterans Celebrate Brotherhood, Camaraderie in Adversity

Posted on October 23, 2023 Soldiers and stakeholders who served to end the Marawi crisis in 2017 gathered in a simple fellowship meeting to commemorate the 6th anniversary of Marawi Liberation with the theme: “Rebuilding Marawi: A Journey of Hope” on October 23, 2023, at Camp Aguinaldo Golf Course Lounge, Quezon City. “The brotherhood and …

Tabak Division commemorates 6th Marawi Liberation Anniversary

Posted on October 19, 2023 CAMP SANG-AN, ZDS – The 1st Infantry (Tabak) Division participated in a solemn Wreath-Laying Ceremony in honor of the 6th Anniversary of the Marawi Liberation held at the 103rd Haribon Brigade, Kampo Ranaw, Marawi City on October 17. The Wreath-Laying Ceremony was attended by esteemed guests, including Presidential Adviser on …

U.S. Army Pacific, Australian Defence Force join PA-hosted Battle of Marawi Symposium

Army Commanding General Lt. Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., First Scout Ranger Regiment (FSRR) Commander Brig. Gen. Freddie T. Dela Cruz, U.S. Army Pacific’s 25th Infantry Division Commander Maj. Gen. Joseph A. Ryan, Australian Defense Attaché to the Philippines Col. Paul J. Barta, and the FSRR top brass pose for a group photo at the …

Maneuver Warfare in the 21st Century: A Case Study of Indirect Approach to Warfighting

Written by LTC JO-AR A HERRERA INF (GSC) PA. published in January 2022 at The Army Journal (Vol. 20 Issue 1, January to June 2022) I. INTRODUCTION The war on terrorism launched by the United States of America (USA) forces after the 9/11 suicide attack by Al-Queda challenged the “end of the cold war” outlook …

[ANALYSIS] Taliban’s Afghanistan: A world reorder?

Written by Chester Cablaza, Published on August 25, 2021 at https://www.rappler.com/ ‘While the material capabilities of the US to project power continue to remain robust, its soft power has significantly diminished among its allies and partners’ The withdrawal of the US from Afghanistan and the swift takeover by the Taliban has taken centerstage in global …

Lessons From Marawi

Written by IP Defense Forum Staff, published on https://ipdefenseforum.com/, March 23, 2020 Retired Lt. Gen. Danilo G. Pamonag shares what he learned from the Philippines’ largest military engagement since World War II. By the height of fighting during the siege of Marawi, jihadist militants had taken more than 1,770 civilian hostages to keep control of …

Marawi siege spox is new 53IB commander

Written by Divina Suson, published on March 6, 2020, at https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1095744 CHANGE OF COMMAND. Brigadier General Gene Ponio (right), passes the unit color to Lt. Colonel Jo-arr Herrera (left), in a change of command ceremony at the headquarters of the 53rd Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army, in Guipos, Zamboanga del Sur on Thursday afternoon (March 5, 2020). …