Title
Supreme Court
June 12 Declared Philippine Independence Day
Law
Proclamation No. 110
Decision Date
May 20, 1963
Diosdado Macapagal declares June 12 as Philippine Independence Day, commemorating the nation's assertion of freedom and self-determination established by General Emilio Aguinaldo in 1898, urging nationwide celebrations to honor this historic event.

Q&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 110)

June 12, 1898, marks the establishment of the Philippine Republic by the Revolutionary Government under General Emilio Aguinaldo, signifying the Filipino people's declaration and exercise of their fight for self-determination, liberty, and independence.

President Diosdado Macapagal declared June 12, 1963, as Philippine Independence Day.

The proclamation states that the right to freedom and independence is a natural and inalienable right of every people, not dependent upon the will and discretion of another.

June 12, 1963, was declared a special public holiday throughout the Philippines.

All national, provincial, city, and municipal officials are urged to make arrangements in their respective localities for the appropriate celebration of Philippine Independence Day.

The purpose is to cherish the historic event forever in the hearts of the Filipino people and to inspire them and future generations to greater dedication and endeavor for the welfare of the country and the well-being of mankind.

Salvador L. Mariao, Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation on behalf of the President.

It was signed in the City of Manila on May 20, 1963.

The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed to the proclamation.


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