June 12 Declared Philippine Independence Day

The proclamation grounds June 12, 1898 in the establishment of the Philippine Republic by the Revolutionary Government under General Emilio Aguinaldo.
The proclamation treats June 12, 1898 as the people’s declaration and exercise of their fight for self-determination, liberty, and independence.
The proclamation characterizes freedom and independence as a natural and inalienable claim of the Filipino nation.
The proclamation frames the event as an inherent right of every people, not dependent on the will and discretion of another.
The proclamation states that the transcendental importance of the event requires celebration to inspire greater dedication for national welfare and humanity.

Proclamation No. 110 declares June 12, 1963 as a special public holiday.
The proclamation requires observance throughout the land.
Philippine Independence Day is set for Wednesday, June 12, 1963.
The proclamation emphasizes commemoration of the people’s declaration of inherent and inalienable right to freedom and independence.
The proclamation authorizes a uniform national observance with local ceremonial arrangements.

The President urges national, provincial, city, and municipal officials across the country to act.
Officials must make arrangements in their respective localities for the appropriate celebration of Philippine Independence Day.
The proclamation links appropriate celebration to ceremonies that will be cherished and will inspire posterity.
The proclamation aims the ceremonies at dedication and endeavor for the welfare of the country and the well-being of mankind.

The proclamation is signed in the City of Manila on May 20, 1963.
It is signed by Diosdado Macapagal, President of the Philippines.
It is attested by the President through Salvador L. MariasO, Executive Secretary.
The proclamation states that the seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed.