Our main annual event is the celebration of Philippine Independence Day.

The purpose of the event is to celebrate the Philippines' freedom from Spain which had colonized the country for more than 300 years, that was officially declared by the U.S. government on June 12, 1898. We wish to preserve our history to encourage patriotism and love for our motherland, the Philippines, and to showcase the rich culture of the country. 

A Summary of Philippine Independence History

From the Central Intelligence Agency, The World Factbook, Philippines:

“The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935, the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected president and was tasked with preparing the country for independence after a 10-year transition. In 1942, the islands fell under Japanese occupation during World War II, and US forces and Filipinos fought together during 1944-45 to regain control. On 4 July 1946, the Republic of the Philippines attained its independence.”

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From history.com:

"In April 1898, the Spanish-American War broke out over Spain’s brutal suppression of a rebellion in Cuba. The first in a series of decisive U.S. victories occurred on May 1, 1898, when the U.S. Asiatic Squadron under Commodore George Dewey annihilated the Spanish Pacific fleet at the Battle of Manila Bay in the Philippines. From his exile, Aguinaldo made arrangements with U.S. authorities to return to the Philippines and assist the United States in the war against Spain. He landed on May 19, rallied his revolutionaries, and began liberating towns south of Manila. On June 12, he proclaimed Philippine independence and established a provincial government, of which he subsequently became head.”

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Ms. Romelette Metz

President

Mrs. Elcee Cortez, BSN, RN

Vice-President

Mr. David Cortez

Treasurer



Mrs. Camella O'Briant, Ret. USAF Master Sergeant

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Mr. Robert O'Briant, U.S. Navy Veteran

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Ret. USAF Lt. Colonel

Ubaldo P. Beato, Jr. MD, MPH

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Maggie T. Beato, MD, FAAP

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Ret. USAF Colonel

Ms. Jocelyn Brandon

Ret. USAF Colonel

Nonie Cabana

Mr. Benjamin Miranda

Mr. Mikey Santiago

Ms. Lisabette Tapawan

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Ret. USAF Colonel

Nonie Cabana

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Ms. Laura Allison