Sri Lanka Armoured Corps (SLAC), one of the most reputed and pioneering Regiments in the Army on Tuesday (4) evening began its forthcoming 57th Anniversary and the Regimental Day (December 15) commemorative programmes at the SLAC Regimental Headquarters, Rock House, Muttwal.
Together with a host of family members of most respected and much-loved SLAC fallen veterans, like Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa, et al, the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, himself a prominent figure to be reckoned with in the SLAC as the Chief Guest on the occasion, placed floral tributes at the foot of the SLAC War Hero monument and revered the memories of fallen SLAC War Heroes as the first item on the evening’s agenda.
A large gathering of spouses, including Mrs Laly Kobbekaduwa, the widow of legendary SLAC stalwart, Lieutenant General Kobbekaduwa and children of fallen SLAC War Heroes with tears in their eyes lined up in succession and paid their respect in flowers to the memory of their beloved ones in a solemn manner.
Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, being a veteran in the SLAC did not afterwards forget to share a word or two with bereaved families, most of whose late breadwinner was either known to him or in some instances, has worked with him in the past when the Commander was serving as a ground Commander in the battlefields.
Later in the day, a Pirith chanting ceremony at the recently built four-storeyed SLAC utility building, commenced with the offer of the traditional tray of betel (Dehethwattiya) to the Maha Sangha by the Commander of the Army, formally inviting them to begin chanting bestowing merits and invoking blessings on all those who are still undergoing treatment and serving the SLAC.
As the final leg of the Buddhist ceremony, members of the Maha Sangha were to be offered Heeldana (breakfast), the following day (5). A special Anushasana (oration) once again at the occasion would bless the Army’s forward march, SLAC’s success in the future and the families of SLAC War Heroes.
Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, who is also the Colonel of the SLAC Regiment on arrival at the Headquarters premises, was welcomed by Brigadier Indunil Ranasinghe, SLAC Centre Commandant and other senior officers.
SLAC with its cherished motto, ‘Whither the fates call’ saw its birth as the First Cavalry Regiment of the Army, 1st Reconnaissance Regiment. On 10th October 1955, Armour commenced its journey after Ceylon Armoured Corps was raised under the able leadership of General D.S. Attygalle, eternally remembered as the father of the SLAC. The Regimental Headquarters was moved from Echelon Barracks to the present location at Muttwal.
To its credit, the SLAC has so far produced a fine assortment of prestigious military leaders to the country, including several Commanders of the Army, Secretaries to Ministry of Defence, Chiefs of Staff, Commandants of Army Volunteer Forces, Northern and Eastern Commanders, Directors, Military Attaches, et al.
Together with a host of family members of most respected and much-loved SLAC fallen veterans, like Lieutenant General Denzil Kobbekaduwa, et al, the Commander of the Army, Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, himself a prominent figure to be reckoned with in the SLAC as the Chief Guest on the occasion, placed floral tributes at the foot of the SLAC War Hero monument and revered the memories of fallen SLAC War Heroes as the first item on the evening’s agenda.
A large gathering of spouses, including Mrs Laly Kobbekaduwa, the widow of legendary SLAC stalwart, Lieutenant General Kobbekaduwa and children of fallen SLAC War Heroes with tears in their eyes lined up in succession and paid their respect in flowers to the memory of their beloved ones in a solemn manner.
Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, being a veteran in the SLAC did not afterwards forget to share a word or two with bereaved families, most of whose late breadwinner was either known to him or in some instances, has worked with him in the past when the Commander was serving as a ground Commander in the battlefields.
Later in the day, a Pirith chanting ceremony at the recently built four-storeyed SLAC utility building, commenced with the offer of the traditional tray of betel (Dehethwattiya) to the Maha Sangha by the Commander of the Army, formally inviting them to begin chanting bestowing merits and invoking blessings on all those who are still undergoing treatment and serving the SLAC.
As the final leg of the Buddhist ceremony, members of the Maha Sangha were to be offered Heeldana (breakfast), the following day (5). A special Anushasana (oration) once again at the occasion would bless the Army’s forward march, SLAC’s success in the future and the families of SLAC War Heroes.
Lieutenant General Jagath Jayasuriya, who is also the Colonel of the SLAC Regiment on arrival at the Headquarters premises, was welcomed by Brigadier Indunil Ranasinghe, SLAC Centre Commandant and other senior officers.
SLAC with its cherished motto, ‘Whither the fates call’ saw its birth as the First Cavalry Regiment of the Army, 1st Reconnaissance Regiment. On 10th October 1955, Armour commenced its journey after Ceylon Armoured Corps was raised under the able leadership of General D.S. Attygalle, eternally remembered as the father of the SLAC. The Regimental Headquarters was moved from Echelon Barracks to the present location at Muttwal.
To its credit, the SLAC has so far produced a fine assortment of prestigious military leaders to the country, including several Commanders of the Army, Secretaries to Ministry of Defence, Chiefs of Staff, Commandants of Army Volunteer Forces, Northern and Eastern Commanders, Directors, Military Attaches, et al.
Mrs Manjulika Jayasuriya, President, Seva Vanitha Army Branch was also present at the ceremony.
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