The Philippine Consulate General in Chicago would like to invite MBDO members and other veterans to join us in the Commemoration of Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) on Wednesday, 09 April 2025, from 09:00 am.
The Consulate will hold a simple wreath-laying ceremony at the Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge followed by an opening of a photo exhibition at the Consulate.
Details of the Event is as follows:
Date: Wednesday, 09 April 2025
Wreath laying Ceremony
Venue: Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge (corner of State Street and Wacker Drive)
229 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601
Time: 09:00 a.m. – 09:20 a.m.
Opening of Photo Exhibition and Simple Reception
Venue: Philippine Consulate General
122 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
These activities are our way of honoring the service and sacrifice of the many Filipino troops who fought during World War II. We hope that you could commemorate this significant day with us, and make our event more meaningful and memorable.
We would appreciate receiving your confirmation by 31 March 2025. You may email Ms. Mary Joy Duran-Mortel at maryjoy.duran-mortel@dfa.gov.ph to confirm your participation or for any inquiries about the event.
Thank you very much for your usual support and we look forward to your favorable response.
Sincerely,
MELANIE RITA B. DIANO
Consul General
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