Senator Juan Edgardo M. Angara will lead the flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at the Malvar Historical Landmark on 27 September 2018, 8:00 a.m., in observance of the 153rd birth anniversary of Gen. Miguel Malvar.
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP), in coordination with the Provincial Government of Batangas and Municipal Government of Santo Tomas, leads this year’s commemorative program, with the theme, “Tapang at Dangal Pundasyon ng Magandang Bukas.”
NHCP Acting Executive Director Ludovico D. Badoy, Third District of Batangas Congresswoman Ma. Theresa V. Collantes, Batangas Governor Hermilando I. Mandanas, Sto. Tomas Municipal Mayor Edna P. Sanchez, Vice Mayor Armenius O. Silva, and PCSupt. Rexpher A. Gaoiran will also join in the flag-raising and wreath-laying rites.
The NHCP is the national government agency mandated to promote Philippine history through its museums and publications, and preserve the nation’s historical heritage.