BAGUIO CITY – The public is invited to view remnants and other articles of interest from World War II, at the Heroes Hall, USAFIP-NL building, Veterans Compound, Camp Allen from June 15 to June 29, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, daily.
Organized by the descendants of WW II veterans of the 66th infantry regiment, the exhibit dubbed “We Remained,” is actively supported by the city government and done in partnership with the Ugnayan ng Pahinungod, University of the Philippines Baguio.
The activity is a salute to the United States of America Forces in the Philippines – North Luzon and the US 6th army group and dedicated to the freedom fighters of Northern Luzon for the 80th year liberation of Bessang Pass and USAFIP-NL day.
For the opening rites on June 15, a wreath-laying and candle lighting was done with the presence of guest of honor and speaker Congressman-elect Mauricio G. Domogan, and Executive Assistant to Mayor Benjamin Magalong, Engr. Leandro Tabilog; Board of Trustees, other officials and participants, and descendants of veterans.
People in possession of other WWII artifacts are however encouraged to loan said items to the Sons and Daughters of Veterans Association (SDAI) USAFIP-NL for the duration of the exhibit. The SDAI also accepts donations for the collection. -jgfianza