On April 10, 2024, the Capas National Shrine in Capas, Tarlac, became the solemn backdrop for a momentous event led by the Department of Defense - Philippine Veterans Affairs Office honoring the valor and sacrifice of Filipino heroes and the hallowed grounds of Capas which served as the sacred ground of Allied soldiers who breathed their last in Camp O’Donnell following the Bataan Death March during the Second World War.
Joining hands in solemn remembrance and gratitude, Hon. Delfin Lorenzana of the Bases Conversion and Development Authority, Capas Mayor Roseller Rodriguez, Sangguniang Bayan Members of Capas, DILG Tarlac Provincial Director Armi V. Bactad, CESO V, DILG Tarlac’s Cluster Leaders, Field Officers, and Provincial and Field Offices Personnel, and representatives from various National Government Agencies gathered to pay tribute to the invincible spirit of our Filipino soldiers.
The event, entitled “Joint Tribute to all Filipino Heroes and Paggunita sa Capas,”stands as a testament to the unwavering dedication of our heroes who valiantly defended our nation, facing adversities with unyielding courage.
The program became a blend of reflection, gratitude, and celebration of the profound legacy left by brave individuals, who also serve as an enduring reminder of the sacrifices made in the name of freedom and democracy for the Filipino people.
