This December 8, 2010 will be the 50th anniversary of the opening of the American Military Cemetery in Fort Bonifacio.
Come and join John L. Silva’s tour of a serene cemetery containing the remains of 17,206 American, Filipino, and other nationalities who fought in the Pacific theater in World War II.
Walk the marble halls engraved with the names of over 36,000 soldiers missing in action. Review the mosaic maps showing the most famous battles in the Pacific including the 1944 Battle of Leyte Gulf which liberated the Philippines.
Learn about the architect Gardner Dailey, his vision, design and landscaping of the cemetery and why it is now considered a monumental gem to honor soldiers and the most visited historical site in the country.
John will highlight some of the more important soldiers buried there, from poets to five brothers and to an African American hero.
The tour lasts two hours and visitors are encouraged to bring a hat, a camera, and, if you wish, a small bouquet of flowers
Reservations necessary: 0926 729 9029 or e-mail jsilva79@mac.com
Tour dates and time: Tour starts promptly at 10:00 am.
Directions: Old Lawton Ave., Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City, Metro Manila
Google Map http://bit.ly/d1bYdA
Meet at Memorial parking site (rear)
Tour dates: Nov. 20, 21, 26, 27, 28, Dec. 3, 4, 5, 8,11,12, 17, 18 2010
Tour fee: php 900 adults, 450 children
(Group rates available)
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