Why a Marawi officer is nominated for the highest combat award

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More videos on Rappler: https://www.rappler.com/video Follow Rappler for the latest news in the Philippines and across the globe. First Lieutenant Geraldo Alvarez saves 15 of his men from certain death. He is nominated to receive the Medal for Valor, the highest and most rare combat award. FULL STORY: http://s.rplr.co/UEd7YEO

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