“The Endeavor For Liberty”

The Independence Day holiday allows our country to commemorate its independence and freedom. Our national heroes who fought and died to win our nation's independence deserve to be recognized not just on Independence Day, but every day. Politicians frequently use the occasion to promise to protect the liberties and freedoms we enjoy, to seek to improve the welfare of the masses, and to continue building a great nation on which we can all rely and be proud

Filipinos are well-versed in the historical events of that day. General Emilio Aguinaldo raised the Philippine flag for the first time on June 12, 1898, and declared that day to be Philippines Independence Day. The flag of the Philippines, notable for its golden sun with eight rays, was designed by Marcela Agoncillo, Lorenza Agoncillo, and Delfina Herbosa. The rays represent the first eight Philippine provinces to oppose Spanish colonial control.

 Independence Day is a major historical occasion in the Philippines because it commemorates the country's independence from Spanish rule on June 12, 1898. Every year on June 12, Filipinos remember. Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States. Government offices are closed in the Philippines because Independence Day is a national holiday. There are no classes in any school. Many businesses are closed, with the exception of shopping malls. Buses, passenger jeeps, and tricycles continue to operate, however their routes may be limited due to the closure of roadways used for parades.

On June 12 many individuals, including government officials, employees, and students, take part in nationwide parades. The major attraction, though, is the police and military parade in Manila led by the country's current president, which is followed by a speech and a 21-gun salute. Many Filipinos spend their days at parks and shopping malls. Many Filipino communities in other nations also celebrate the country's Independence Day.

It is not easy to achieve freedom. We are all grateful to the national heroes who helped shape this country into what it is today. As patriotic citizens, let us make an extra effort to fulfill our civic responsibilities. Our variety should not be viewed as a weakness, but rather as our greatest asset. Only by working together can we create a resilient and vibrant nation.