4RCDG Rescom

4RCDG Rescom Origins and Early History:

The unit began on 07 February 1970, as the 2nd Home Defense Affairs Unit, headquartered at Camp Vicente Lim, Laguna.
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Tagapangasiwa ng Laang Kawal sa Timog Katagalugan.

- 401 Hilltop Rd, Brgy Kumintang Ibaba, Batangas City
- 402 Camp Riego De Dios, Tanza Cavite
- 403 Camp Macario Sakay, Los Baños, Laguna
- 404 Camp Guillermo Nakar Lucena City
-405 San Juan,Morong, Rizal The 4th Regional Community Defense Group (4RCDG) is the administrative unit responsible for managing reservists and supporting ROTC programs in

the CALABARZON region (Region IV-A) under the Reserve Command, Philippine Army. In September 1970, it transferred to Camp Capinpin, Rizal, and was re-designated as the 2nd Home Defense Unit under the 2nd Infantry Brigade, Philippine Army. When the Army Reserve Command was established on 01 September 1977, the unit came under its supervision, covering Regions 4, 5, and NCR. In 1979, it became the 13th Home Defense Unit, later renamed the 13th Regional Home Defense Unit (RHDU) after the country was divided into 13 regions. The 13th RHDU was placed under the 2nd Infantry Division and renamed the 4th Regional Community Defense Unit (4RCDU). On 01 July 1986, the 4RCDU covered the 10 provinces of Region 4 (now CALABARZON plus nearby provinces). Pursuant to General Order Number 208, Headquarters 4th RCDU moved to Camp Riego de Dios, Cavite, on 30 November 1986. On 01 July 1992, the unit was absorbed by the Reserve Command and officially became the 4th Regional Community Defense Group. Pursuant to General Order Number 309, Headquarters Philippine Army, dated 9 June 2003, the headquarters was transferred to its present location at Camp Eldridge, Los Baños, Laguna, under the operational control of the 2nd Infantry Division. Later, on 28 December 2015, Camp Eldridge was renamed Camp General Macario Sakay, in honor of the Filipino revolutionary hero who fought against Spanish and American colonial rule. This was pursuant to General Order Number 30, General Headquarters, Armed Forces of the Philippines, dated 11 January 2016, as approved by the Secretary of National Defense. On 14 July 2024, the 17th RCDG was activated to manage the MIMAROPA region, leaving 4RCDG responsible solely for CALABARZON Region. It's mission is to develop, organize, train, and administer reservists of the CALABARZON region into a capable, responsive, and mobilizable reserve force as an integral component of the state, and to participate in socio-economic development efforts. It's vision is a premier army unit committed to provide quality mobilizable citizen armed force as a component of the total army in the pursuit of constitutionally mandated goals and objectives. Unit Moniker:
The official name of the 4th Regional Community Defense Group, Reserve Command, Philippine Army is "Tagapangasiwa ng Laang Kawal sa Timog Katagalugan." The seal represents the 4th Regional Community Defense Group and each element on it holds symbolic significance. Katipunero represents the members of the Katipunan, a secret society fighting Spanish colonization. It symbolizes Filipino courage, sacrifice, and determination in defending the nation despite great odds. Rifle symbolizes the weapon used by Katipuneros during the revolution, representing the power of freedom and the fight to protect liberty. The shield stands for protection. The unit is presently the five stars represent the five provinces of CALABARZON region namely Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Rizal, Quezon. the five stars symbolize hope and guidance. Currently, the 4RCDG oversees CALABARZON, which is composed of five provinces: Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, and Rizal. The region comprises a total of 120 municipalities, 22 cities, and over 4,000 barangays. It covers 16,873 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 17.5 million.

08/09/2026
𝐈𝐧 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬  |  𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟓𝐅𝐀𝐁 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝟒𝐑𝐂𝐃𝐆 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫Los Baños, Laguna —Acting Commander of the 5th Field Ar...
08/09/2026

𝐈𝐧 𝐩𝐡𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐬 | 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝟓𝐅𝐀𝐁 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝟒𝐑𝐂𝐃𝐆 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫

Los Baños, Laguna —Acting Commander of the 5th Field Artillery Battalion (5FAB), LTC GERRY B DADANG (GSC) ART PA, paid a courtesy call to COL RUSTICO V VILLANUEVA AGS (GSC) PA, Commander of the 4th Regional Community Defense Group (4RCDG), Philippine Army, on September 3, 2026.

Both units engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing the operational readiness of troops and the Reserve Force, with the objective of further strengthening their capabilities and ensuring the successful accomplishment of their respective missions.

This key interaction underscores the continued commitment of both 5FAB and 4RCDG to maintaining unity of effort in fulfilling their operational duties and serving the nation.

07/09/2026
𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 🇵🇭In a continuous effort to enhance int...
07/09/2026

𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 🇵🇭

In a continuous effort to enhance inter-agency synergy and fortify community disaster management frameworks, the 4th Regional Community Defense Group , Reserve Command, Philippine Army rendered an official courtesy visit to RD Carlos Alvarez III of the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) Regional Office Calabarzon.

The 4RCDG spearheaded by 𝐂𝐎𝐋 𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐎 𝐕 𝐕𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐔𝐄𝐕𝐀 𝐀𝐆𝐒 (𝐆𝐒𝐂) 𝐏𝐀, Commander, 4RCDG, RESCOM, Philippine Army alongside 𝐋𝐓𝐂 𝐑𝐎𝐁𝐁𝐘 𝐏 𝐓𝐀𝐂𝐋𝐎𝐁 (𝐂𝐄) 𝐏𝐀, Director of the 403rd Community Defense Center (403CDC), MSg Rodolfo M Gumabay Jr (AGS) PA and SSg Edwin H Garrovillas (Inf) PA.

SSg Garrovillas presented on the units background and highlighted the crucial collaborative initiatives aimed at refining disaster preparedness, optimizing rapid humanitarian response, and establishing seamless coordination protocols during emergency and calamity situations. The engagement underscored the pivotal role of well-trained, proactive Army Reservists as reliable force multipliers during disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) operations across the Calabarzon region.

By bridging military reserve capability with civil defense operations, both organizations reaffirm their shared dedication to safeguarding lives, protecting vulnerable communities, and building a more resilient, prepared nation.

05/09/2026
05/09/2026

Laang Kawal: Sandigan ng Bayan sa kapayapaan, kaunlaran at katatagan.

🇵🇭 CALLING ALL STANDBY AND READY RESERVE! 🇵🇭As we celebrate the 47th National Reservist Week, the 4th Regional Community...
04/09/2026

🇵🇭 CALLING ALL STANDBY AND READY RESERVE! 🇵🇭

As we celebrate the 47th National Reservist Week, the 4th Regional Community Defense Group, Philippine Army joins the nation in recognizing the dedication, readiness, and patriotism of our Reservists—the force that stands ready when the nation calls.

MUSTERING LOCATIONS for September 12, 2026 (Saturday):

🪖 401st CDC – UB MAIN ROTC UNIT, Batangas City and Lemery Colleges, Lemery, Batangas
🪖 402nd CDC – Covered Court, Municipal Hall of Alfonso, Cavite
🪖 403rd CDC – 403 CDC, Camp General Macario Sakay, Los Baños, Laguna
🪖 404th CDC –SLSU Main, SLSU Lucena, SLSU Infanta, SLSU Polillo, SLSU Catanauan, SLSU Tagkawayan, SLSU Gumaca, SLSU Alabat, PUP Unisan , PUP Lopez
🪖 405th CDC –Covered Court, Brgy. Dalig, Antipolo City, Rizal

One Region. Five CDCs. One Reserve Force. One Commitment to Serve.

This National Reservist Week, let us honor every reservist who answers the call—not only in times of conflict, but also in humanitarian assistance, disaster response, community service, and nation-building.





Congratulations! 𝐒𝐒𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐇 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬 (𝐈𝐧𝐟) 𝐏𝐀!𝐒𝐒𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬 has proven once again what real discipline and drive l...
04/09/2026

Congratulations! 𝐒𝐒𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐇 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬 (𝐈𝐧𝐟) 𝐏𝐀!

𝐒𝐒𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬 has proven once again what real discipline and drive look like from balancing military duties in the Philippine Army to spending countless hours hitting the books. Passing the Civil Service Exam – Professional Level is no easy task, but seeing him officially conferred as a Civil Service Professional makes all the sacrifices, late nights, and hard work completely worth it.

It takes a special kind of dedication to serve in uniform while continuously pushing to level up professionally. This milestone isn't just a title on paper—it’s a reflection of his character, perseverance, and genuine commitment to serving the country both on and off the field. Every bit of effort spent preparing for this moment has paid off in the best way possible.

Salute to you,𝐒𝐒𝐠 𝐆𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐬! May this milestone open up even bigger doors, bigger opportunities, and greater success ahead. You earned every bit of this recognition—congratulations on becoming a certified Civil Service Professional!

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Camp General Macario Sakay, Brgy Lalakay
Los Baños
4030

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