Category Archives: History

VFP eyes Unity Monument for Northern Mindanao to honor World War II veterans

Veterans organizations plan to set up a monument recalling the unity of Filipinos during World War II in Mindanao.

The plan was disclosed following Liceo de Cagayan University President Dr. Alain Marc P. Golez welcome address where he saluted the Mindanao Guerrillas Exhibit honoring USAFFE General Douglas MacArthur and the Filipino war heroes who bravely fought for our country during World War II.… Continue reading... “VFP eyes Unity Monument for Northern Mindanao to honor World War II veterans”

Lest We Forget : Veterans officials and kins recall World War II guerrillas heroism

Top officials of the Philippines leading veterans organizations and the kin of World War II guerrillas in Mindanao converged in two events on March 13, 2023 in Cagayan de Oro City to celebrate the heroism of Filipino soldiers and guerrillas who put their lives and future on the line for the country’s freedom.… Continue reading... “Lest We Forget : Veterans officials and kins recall World War II guerrillas heroism”

PVAO lauds Guerrillas’ Heroism in Liberating Mindanao

The highest official in the Philippines Veterans Affairs Office called for more Filipinos to recall and honor the heroes of its historic past, especially the Mindanao Guerrillas during the Second World War.

Undersecretary Reynaldo Mapagu, PVAO administrator, issued the call during the launching of the Mindanao Guerrillas Exhibit held Monday, 13 March 2023, at the Elsa P.… Continue reading... “PVAO lauds Guerrillas’ Heroism in Liberating Mindanao”

Military officials laud heroes of the World War II Resistance in Mindanao

Military officials from the Philippine Armed Forces lauded the guerrillas of the Resistance Movement in Mindanao during two events held Monday, 13 March 2023 commemorating the 81st anniversary of Gen. Douglas MacArthur’s Arrival in Cagayan on 13 March 1942.

“Nawa ay magsilbi din ang araw na ito bilang pagpupugay sa ating mga dating kasamahan, lalo na yaong mga nasugatan at nagbuwis ng kanilang buhay, alang-alang sa ating bandila,” read Col.… Continue reading... “Military officials laud heroes of the World War II Resistance in Mindanao”

Mindanao Guerrillas Exhibit honors World War II heroes

The first Mindanao Guerrillas Exhibit was held at the Exhibit Room of the Exhibit Room of the Elsa P. Pelaez Memorial Library on March 15-17, 2017 as part of the week-long festivities commemorating the 75th Jubilee of Gen. Douglas MacArthur’s arrival in Cagayan on March 13, 1942 (Friday) aboard PT-41 of MTB Ron 3 commanded by Lt.… Continue reading... “Mindanao Guerrillas Exhibit honors World War II heroes”

81st Anniversary of MacArthur’s Breakout from Corregidor Remembered

The City Government of Cagayan de Oro together with the kin of our World War II veterans mark the 81st anniversary of Gen. Douglas MacArthur’s arrival in Cagayan on March 13, 1942 with a simple program and turnover at the MacArthur Memorial at Barangay Macabalan.

The highlight of the program will be the signing of the Deed of Donation and official turnover of a 1/24 scale historically accurate, museum quality model of PT-41, the boat which brought Gen.… Continue reading... “81st Anniversary of MacArthur’s Breakout from Corregidor Remembered”

MacArthur’s Escape to Australia

March 13, 2023, marks the 81st anniversary of the arrival of Gen. Douglas MacArthur, his family and general staff at the Macabalan Wharf in Cagayan de Oro (formerly Cagayan de Misamis, Misamis Oriental) after a harrowing two-day trip from Corregidor aboard four (eventually three) PT Boats of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron 3 (MTB Ron 3).… Continue reading... “MacArthur’s Escape to Australia”

Just My Opinion by Susan Naelga Palmes-Dennis

Veteran Kagay-anon Journalist launches book on her CDO-MISOR media journey

Veteran Kagay-anon and Misamisnon Journalist Susan Naelga Palmes-Dennis will be launching her book Just My Opinion which marks a personal and professional milestone in her life and career in media.

The book launch is scheduled on March 1st, 2:30PM at Marco Hotel, Cagayan de Oro City.… Continue reading... “Just My Opinion by Susan Naelga Palmes-Dennis”

Oro Artist’s Maquette selected for Espasyong Bayan Exhibit

A maquette by Cagayan de Oro artist Oscar Esteban Floirendo has been selected as one of 30 public art proposals from Luzon, the Visayas and Mindanao, featured in the Espasyong Bayan Exhibit launched Saturday, 25 February 2023 by the Arts Research and Training Institute (ARTIST Inc.) Center, Los Baños, Laguna.

Unveiling of Espayong Bayan Exhibit Poster (courtesy of ARTIST, Inc.)
… Continue reading... “Oro Artist’s Maquette selected for Espasyong Bayan Exhibit”

The La Castilla Collection: A Photography Exhibition now open at Ayala Centrio

The La Castilla Collection: A Photography Exhibition is now open for viewing at the 3rd Floor Foyer of the Ayala Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro City.

The exhibit features photos of Blue & White Chinese Heirloom Porcelain from the Ching & Ming Dynasties dating back to the 13the to 17th centuries and will run from February 13 to 28, 2023.… Continue reading... “The La Castilla Collection: A Photography Exhibition now open at Ayala Centrio”