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Join the Flag Day Celebration! |
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Public are encourage to display the Philippine National Flag in front of their houses and offices from May 15 to June 30 in celebration of the Philippine National Flag Day on May 28 and the 110th Philippine Independence Day on June 12. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 14 May 2008 )
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The Philippine Flag: Symbol of our Sovereignty and Solidarity By Carminda R. Arevalo The flag is the country’s most cherished symbol. It is the nation’s emblem for freedom. It symbolizes patriotism, love of country and sense of nationhood and embodies the aspirations and sentiments of the Filipino people in their unceasing quest for independence. It stands as instrument of unity that binds the Filipino people. |
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The Controversial Philippine National Flag |
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The Controversial Philippine National Flag by Chris Antonette Piedad-Pugay
Before 1896, the Filipinos had no common flag. The use of flags became common in the Philippines during the height of the revolution. Different flags were created and designed by various Katipunan generals signifying the unit or battalion where they belong. However, these flags cannot be classified as a “national” flag. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 14 May 2008 )
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