400 proud Philippines took place at Philippines Community Hall, Te Akapuanga in Cannons Creek, Wellington last Sunday to commemorate 400 Philippines soldiers served during the Great War between 1914 and 1918.
After recognizing their grandparents who served during the Great War soldiers came. Others were pleasantly surprised to learn and emotionally of honorable service of their ancestor, as the names of each soldier, their registration numbers, rank and island origin were read during the commemoration.
The memorial service was the culmination of nearly a year of collaboration between the High Commission of the Philippines, Philippines Members of Parliament Alfred Nigaro and, more recently, Poto Williams; and the Philippines Tinokura Tairea, Grace Hutton, Vaiata Mitchell and the assistance of others.
In addressing the gathering, Nigaro explained the catalyst for the service was his address to memorial services for soldiers Niue in 2012, which led him ...
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