CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City - The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) led by its Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Bartolome Vicente Bacarro participated in the commemoration of the 126th anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Jose P. Rizal on Friday, December 30 at the Rizal National Monument in Manila.
This year’s celebration was anchored on the theme “Rizal: Alaalang Iningatan, Yaman Ngayon ng Bayan''. It was highlighted by the traditional flag raising and wreath laying ceremonies in Rizal Park led by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr as guest of honor and speaker.
Lieutenant General Bacarro accompanied the President as he offered the wreath at Jose Rizal monument in commemoration of his martyrdom which serves as a continuing reminder for the whole Filipino nation about the importance of patriotism and love for the country.
Dr. Jose Rizal's noble acts and sacrifices remain a source of inspiration for the men and women of the AFP as they continue to protecting the people and securing the state. ///(Photos by Sgt. Ray Ambay PA/PAOAFP)
