NATION’S SYMBOL The Philippine flag is raised during the 128th Independence Day rites in Santa Barbara, Iloilo, on Friday, June 12, as local officials, residents and guests gather to honor the nation’srevolutionary heroes and highlight the continued fight against modern-day challenges such as poverty, illness and social injustice. —IAN PAUL CORDERO
BAGUIO CITY—Filipinos across the country commemorated the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence on Friday, honoring the sacrifices of the nation’s heroes while highlighting the continuing struggle for peace, economic resilience, energy security and social justice.
In Baguio City, families visited the museum of Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo to view what his descendants believe is the original Philippine flag unfurled during the declaration of independence in Kawit, Cavite, in 1898. The museum also displayed the revolutionary leader’s personal belongings and battle flags from the Philippine Revolution.
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