Negros Oriental Marks 125 Years of Liberation: A Commemoration of Heroes and Freedom
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Jose de la Viña III,Penn Larena
, Alex Amor Jr.,Gov. Chaco Sagarbarria,Juvi Calago , Franco Villegas, Jane Frances Villegas-Estrope, Amafel Morales great grandchildren of Don Diego de la Viña
Liberator from Spanish Rule |
The commemoration took place at the De la Vina Monument in Manuel Quezon Park, Dumaguete City, starting at 8:00 o’clock in the morning. A symbolic testament to the struggles and triumphs of the past, served as the backdrop for a solemn floral offering and a short program that resonated with historical significance.
Noteworthy attendees included representatives from various organizations
such as the Boy Scouts of the Philippines, Girl Scouts of the Philippines,
Order of the Knights of Rizal, Freemasons from Mt. Kaladias Lodge No. 91,
Eagles Club, Philippine Veterans Affairs Office, DCCCO Multipurpose
Cooperative, Provincial Government of Negros Oriental, PIO Negros Oriental, as
well as students from ST. Paul University Dumaguete, Foundation University,
Dumaguete City National High School, and Colegio de Santa Catalina de
Alejandria.
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| Jane Villegas Estrope & Prof. Penn T. Larena |
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| Gov. Chaco Sagarbarria,NIHHAS President Prof. Penn T. Larena, Members of Negros Island History , Heritage & Arts Society |
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| BSP Negros Oriental -Siquijor Council |
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| St. Paul University Dumaguete Students |
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| GSP -Negros Oriental -Siquijor Council |
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| Gov. Chaco Sagarbarria with Mount Kaladias Masonic Lodge No. 91, Free and Accepted Masons |
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| Foundation University Students |
The event was a grand display of unity, bringing together individuals
and groups from different sectors of society, all sharing a common goal — to
remember and honor the heroes who paved the way for the freedom of Negros
Oriental that we enjoys today.
The keynote guest speaker for the occasion was the distinguished Gov.
Chaco Longa-Sagarbarria, whose inspiring address resonated with the crowd.
Governor Sagarbarria eloquently emphasized the historical significance of the
day, recognizing the enduring spirit of freedom that unites the people of
Negros Oriental.
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| Head PIO Negros Oriental 𝙼𝚜. 𝙹𝚞𝚟𝚒𝚕𝚢𝚗 𝚂. 𝙲𝚊𝚕𝚊𝚐𝚘, |
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| Guest Speaker Gov. Manuel Chaco Longa Sagarbarria |
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| Gov. Chaco Longa Sagarbarria with NIHHAS President Prof. Penn T. Larena |
In his speech, Gov. Sagarbarria highlighted the sacrifices made by the
heroes of the past and called upon the present generation to reflect on their
legacy. He urged the community to continue building on the foundations of
unity, strength, and progress that were laid by those who fought for the
liberation of Negros Oriental.
The commemorative event was not merely a reflection on history but also
a celebration of resilience and the continuous pursuit of a better future. The
floral offering, a symbol of gratitude and remembrance, served as a poignant
reminder of the struggles faced by Negrosanons in their quest for freedom.
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| Descendants of Negrosanon Heroes in Negros Oriental |
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