“I want to show to those who deprive people the right to love of country, that when we know how to sacrifice ourselves for our duties and convictions, death does not matter if one dies for those one loves—for his country and for others dear to him.”—Jose Rizal
On June 12, 1898, Emilio Aguinaldo declared
Philippine independence, but it lacked two essential elements of statehood:
territory and sovereignty. The territory lacked the legitimacy that comes with
international recognition. Because the Philippines were still under Spanish
rule at the time, Aguinaldo's government lacked sovereignty as well.
The date of Araw ng Kalayaan is June 12 because it
was the day when Filipinos demonstrated to the world how much they value
freedom and democracy, demonstrating that we can stand on our own. As a result,
the PH Independence Day was born.
Independence day become one of the most important celebration
of the Filipinos, despite the fact that it’s
a yearly celebration but it’s important that we reminisce the sacrifices of our
heroes that really give their best so the that Philippines will have its own
freedom after a hundred years.
The celebration of Independence Day demonstrates a
sense of patriotism toward the country. It will also demonstrate our gratitude
to the freedom fighters who gave their lives for our independence. The
celebration of Independence Day also inspires the younger generation to serve
their country. As a result, celebrating Independence Day is essential in order
to keep the spirit of patriotism alive.
We all have the freedom now, but this freedom takes a
big role that we need to do, so that the scarifies of the heroes that exert
their efforts will not be wasted and trash.
“Let us teach our
people again to be proud that they are Filipinos. Let us teach them to realize
anew that being a Filipino means having as rich and noble a heritage of
language, culture, patriotism and heroic deeds as any nation on earth. —Carlos
P. Romulo
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