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Independence Day [1] (Filipino: Araw ng Kasarinlán; also known as Araw ng Kalayaan, "Day of Freedom") is a national holiday in the Philippines observed annually on June 12, [2] commemorating the declaration of Philippine independence from Spain in 1898. [2]
Jun 7, 2019 · On July 4, 1946, the Philippines gained independence from the United States of America. It marked the time when the Philippines officially became a state: it had people, territory, government, and for the very first time, sovereignty.
Jun 12, 2020 · MANILA – The day the Philippines gained independence is the pinnacle of patriotism, and June 12 holds that symbolic sense of a truly independent Filipino nation. More than half a century ago, Filipinos commemorated the declaration of Philippine independence on July 4, which is the same day as….
Feb 9, 2010 · Philippine independence declared. During the Spanish-American War, Filipino rebels led by Emilio Aguinaldo proclaim the independence of the Philippines after 300 years of Spanish rule.
Jun 12, 2024 · June 12, 1898 is one of the most significant dates in Philippine history. On this day, General Emilio Aguinaldo formally proclaimed the independence of the Philippines from Spain after over 300 years of colonial rule.
July 4 was observed in the Philippines as Independence Day until August 4, 1964, when, upon the advice of historians and the urging of nationalists, President Diosdado Macapagal signed into law Republic Act No. 4166 designating June 12 as the country's Independence Day. [16]
On June 12, the Philippines will once again celebrate its Independence Day. In the wake of a tumultuous presidential election, a devastating global pandemic, and uneasy economic and geopolitical times, it is perhaps wise to reflect upon the history and significance of commemorating such a day.
Jun 10, 2021 · Independence Day moved from July 4 to June 12. In 1962, President Diosdado Macapagal issued Proclamation No. 28, s. 1962, effectively moving the date of Philippine independence from July 4 to June 12—the date independence from Spain was proclaimed in Kawit, Cavite, Emilio Aguinaldo’s hometown.
Jun 12, 2019 · Today we remember and honor President Emilio Aguinaldo, who declared June 12, 1898, as Philippine Independence Day. The 21-page declaration was read at the Aguinaldo house in Kawit, Cavite, and the Filipino flag was unfurled for the first time as the Marcha Nacional Filipina, the Philippine National Anthem, was played, also for the first time.
Jun 12, 2023 · MANILA, (PIA) --The Philippines on Monday, June 12, celebrated its 125th Independence Day, marking the occasion with a series of events and activities, including parades, job fairs, photo and video contests, and cultural performances.
