Title
National Observance of Quezon's Birthday
Law
Proclamation No. 41
Decision Date
Aug 7, 1962
Diosdado Macapagal proclaims August 19, 1962, as National Quezon Day to honor the legacy of President Manuel L. Quezon and promote good citizenship among Filipinos.
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Honoring President Manuel L. Quezon

  • The observance is in commemoration of the eighty-fourth birthday anniversary of the late President Manuel L. Quezon.
  • Manuel Quezon is recognized as a pivotal figure in the peaceful independence movement from the United States.

Purpose of the Observance

  • To pay homage to the memory of President Quezon through appropriate ceremonies nationwide.
  • To instill in the Filipino people, particularly the youth, the rights and duties of good citizenship.
  • To encourage dedication to the ideals, traditions, and advancement of the Republic of the Philippines.

Authority and Implementation

  • The proclamation is issued by then-President Diosdado Macapagal.
  • It calls upon all citizens of the Philippines to participate in the observance.

Formalities and Effectivity

  • The document is formally signed and sealed in Manila on August 7, 1962.
  • Executive Secretary Salvador L. Mari9 acts on behalf of the President in the proclamation.

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