Wednesday, June 8, 2016

AFP to participate in 118th Independence Day celebrations

From the Philippine News Agency (Jun 8): AFP to participate in 118th Independence Day celebrations

With the country's celebration of its 118th Independence Day on Sunday, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Wednesday announced the conduct of activities highlighting the bravery of all our heroes and commitment of the Filipino soldiers in preserving the country’s freedom.

"For over a century, our revolutionary forefathers showed great bravery, cooperation, and 'Bayanihan' to achieve the independence that we have today. The Armed Forces are encouraging more Filipinos to show patriotism to our country, and join the ranks of our brave and honorable men and women in uniform," AFP public affairs office chief Col. Noel Detoyato said.

Under the theme, “Kalayaan 2016: Pagkakaisa, Pag-aambagan, at Pagsulong” the celebration will feature the traditional Civic Military Parade at the Quirino Grandstand in Luneta Park, Manila.

The AFP Civil Relations Service will also have a MUSIKALAYAAN Concert at the Open Air Auditorium, Luneta Park on Saturday at 5:00 p.m.

While the Major Services Combo Bands together with bands from the Philippine National Police, Philippine Coast Guard, Bureau of Fire Protection and Bureau of Jail Management and Penology will be performing in this one-day concert.

The AFP Static and Kinetic Display will be at the Lapu-Lapu Area, Luneta Park on Sunday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

The different capabilities of the AFP will be displayed in this event.

http://www.pna.gov.ph/index.php?idn=1&sid=&nid=1&rid=892975

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