Gala Dinner
GALA DINNER AND AWARDING CEREMONIES (VJR HALL – APRIL 21, 2016 6:00PM) Entry of Colors Western Command Invocation Capitol Chorale Welcome Remarks HON. JOSE CH. ALVAREZ Governor, Province of Palawan Message SEC. VOLTAIRE GAZMIN Department of National Defense Intermission Number
PGP Dance Ensemble
Message LT. COL. ALISHA HAMEL US Representative
Lt. Col. Alisha Hamel US Representative Center of Military History 21-Gun Salute Western Command Welcome Remarks
HON. LUCILO R. BAYRON Mayor, City of Puerto Princesa
Unveiling of the English Translation of the Historical Marker HON. LUDOVICO D. BADOY Executive Director, National Historical Commission of the Phils LTGEN ERNESTO CAROLINA (RET) Administrator Philippine Veterans Affairs Office
Awarding Ceremony: DIR. VOLTAIRE GAZMIN Department of National Defense
HON. JOSE CH. ALVAREZ Governor, Province of Palawan HON. JOSE CH. ALVAREZ Lt. Col. Alisha Hamel Governor, Province of Palawan US Representative Center of Military History LTGEN ERNESTO CAROLINA (RET) Administrator Attire: Filipiniana or Business Attire Philippine Veterans Affairs Office Lt. Col. Alisha Hamel US Representative Center of Military History US Honoree: 1. Aviation Radioman 2/C Francis Ford, USNR PHILIPPINE HONOREES 1. Capt. Ambrosio Baloloy+ 2. Capt. Tomas Timbancaya+ 3. Capt. Andres B. Baaco, Sr. + 4. Capt Carlos Amores + 5. Lt. Bruno Rodriguez 6. Lt. Marcelo M. San Juan + 7. Lt. Proyecto Setias 8. Lt. Sgt Jose Felizarte + 9. Pvt Leopoldo Tabinga
IWAHIG PRISON AND PENAL FARM (APRIL 22, 2016)
Assembly Time: PART 1
3:30PM at Hotel Centro 4:00PM Arrival at Iwahig
National Anthem Ms. Heather Camacho Doxology Fr. Jose Ruel Tuale Welcome Song Singing Inmates of IPPF Welcome Remarks P/Supt Antonio C Cruz Superintendent, Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm Brief Narrative of the Historical Marker Narrator – Mr. Bart Duff
Response from the Awardee:
PART 2
- Dinner Emcee: Ms. Maribel Buñi Attire: Semi-formal
Plaza Cuartel
A SALUTE TO VALOR – (PLAZA CUARTEL – APRIL 22, 2016) 6:00AM 7:00AM
Iwahig
Assembly – H. Mendoza St. Civil and Military Parade/Motorcade Route: Mendoza Park to Plaza Cuartel
8:00AM Wreath Laying Ceremony DIR. VOLTAIRE GAZMIN Department of National Defense
Formal Unveiling of the Resolution P/Supt Antonio C Cruz Superintendent, Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm Hon. Lucilo R. Bayron Mayor, Puerto Princesa City Atty. Minerva a. Morada Regional Director DOT MIMAROPA Hon. Jose Ch. Alvarez Governor, Province of Palawan Message Hon. Lucilo R. Bayron Mayor, Puerto Princesa City
VADM Alexander S Lopez AFP Closing Remarks Ms. Deborah Tan Commander, Western Command President, Palawan Tourism Council Palawan Liberation Task Force COMMO Ferdinand M Velasco PCG District Commander PART 3 Video Clip Presentation of IPPF | Photo Exhibit Philippine Coast Guard PART 4
Testimonial Dinner | Firefly Watching
Republic of the Philippines Provincial Government of Palawan
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
Capitol Complex, Puerto Princesa City
Message Congratulations to the 71st Anniversary Palawan Liberation Task Force and the highest salute to our veteran Palaweño Liberators! “A Salute to Valor : Palawan Liberation” a fitting theme for our selfless veterans. It is with great pride that we give the highest honor to our veterans who have selflessly fought for, and defended, the freedom that we enjoy to this very day. For your boldness and bravery in defending our land from foreign aggressor, your determination and cunning that gave every sons and daughters of Palawan the opportunity to enjoy the rights to freedom, equality and peace, we thank you a hundred folds over. The Provincial Government of Palawan is one with every Palaweño in our beloved Province that shall diligently protect and preserve the peace and freedom that you have so valiantly fought for, Palaweños and Filipinos alike shall forever be in utmost appreciation of your valiant service. I give my thanks and support to all the men and women behind the Palawan Liberation Task Force, may your relentless dedication in honouring and commemorating our gallant Palaweño Liberators set a fine example to our fellow Palaweños who owe so much to these genuine heroes of Palawan. Thank you and mabuhay!
JOSE CH. ALVAREZ Governor
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Palawan was and still is a very strategic portion of the Philippines. This was recognized by Spanish, American and Japanese colonizers. It controlled the western approaches and the Western boundaries of the Philippines. During World War II, Puerto Princesa was bombed by the Japanese in January 1, 1942, and key island in Busuanga were taken before Bataan fell. Puerto Princesa itself was occupied by the Japanese in May 1942, and steps were immediately taken to build a large airfield to cover the West Philippine Sea. Thus began the Japanese occupation of Palawan.
Governor’s Mansion A remnant of the past
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Republic of the Philippines Provincial Government of Puerto Princesa
OFFICE OF THE CITY MAYOR
New City hall Building, Puerto Princesa
Message This year marks the 71st year of Palawan Liberation and it is a great honor for the city of Puerto Princesa to host the commemoration of this important historic event “ Salute to Valor: Palawan Liberation” , a sequel to last year’s successful launch. Praying tribute to our valiant war heroes who fought to attain freedom in our land goes beyond remembrance for it always resides in our hearts, and to be cherished with a deepest sense of gratitude knowing it imparted to us the same unwavering spirit and fortitude to withstand adversity in our present time. As our citizens live by this legacy and heritage, we are pleased to welcome all guests and honorees for this significant occasion. The commemoration takes place at Plaza Cuartel --- a historic park overlooking the beautiful Puerto Princesa Bay at the heart of the city’s heritage district. While in Puerto Princesa, we invite our visitors to see and experience more of the city’s rich natural and cultural heritage. The City Government of Puerto Princesa wish to thank the Provincial Government of Palawan, Palawan Tourism Council, Puerto Princesa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, USAID, and Rajah Travel Corporation, all active partners in the Palawan Liberation Task Force whose efforts made this event possible.
LUCILO R. BAYRON City Mayor
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Plaza Cuartel
A grim remnant of World War II Salute to Valor commemorates a very important period in Palawan’s history - one both tragic but also heroic. Tragic in the sense that much of Puerto Princesa suffered damage from the bombings and shelling during the war. Many Palawenos were killed due to military operations or other causes. The Puerto Princesa massacre is recognized as one of the worst atrocities committed by the Japanese during the war; Plaza Cuartel where it happened. It would be grossly unfair to forget that this atrocity was committed and not to recognize the hardships and pain they suffered because of war. Which is still very current with the strife in today’s world. Remembering the war shows us the horrors of war, which we hope will never be repeated again.
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Old Philippine Constabulary barracks today is known as Plaza Cuartel The Palawan Compound was known as Camp 10-A, and the prisoners were quartered in several unused Filipino constabulary buildings that were sadly dilapidated. Food was minimal; each day, prisoners received a messy kit of wormy Cambodian rice and a canteen cup of soup made from camote vines boiled in water. Prisoners who could not work had their rations cut by thirty percent. When six American POWS were caught stealing food in December 1942, they were tied to coconut trees, beaten, whipped with a wire and beaten again with a wooden club 3 inches in diameter. Two Americans who were caught taking green papayas from a tree in the compound, were punished by breaking their left arms with an iron bar. Medical care was nonexistent, Marine Pfc Glen McDole underwent an appendectomy with no anaesthesia and no infection-fighting drugs. The prisoners suffered from malaria, scurvy, pellagra, beriberi, and tropical ulcers, as well as from injuries suffered at their work or from physical mistreatment perpetrated by their Japanese guards. When Red Cross supplies finally were received in January 1944, the Japanese soldiers had removed the medicines and drugs from the parcels for their own use. The Japanese unit in charge of the prisoners and airfield at Palawan was the 131st Airfield Battalion, under the command of Captain Nagayoshi Kojima, whom the Americans called the “the Weasel”. Lieutenant Sho Yoshiwara commanded the garrison company, and Lieutenant Ryoji Ozawa was in charge of supply. Master Sergeant Taichi Deguchi was acting commander of the kempeitai at Palawan, the Japanese army’s military police and intelligence unit. The kempeitai were much feared by anyone who fell into their hands because of their brutal tactics. Kempei Tai is the Japanese version of the German Gestapo. Cuddling, feeding or sheltering enemies was a grave offense and punishable by death.
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December 14, 1944
Puerto Princesa Prison Camp, Palawan, Philippines from the book Ghost Soldiers Japanese 1st Lieutenant Yoshikazu Sato whom the prisoners called “the Buzzard” was behaving strangely today, the prisoners thought, but perhaps he knew something, perhaps massive air attack was indeed close at hand. All the signs pointed in the imminent arrival of the American forces. They are coming! Hundreds of planes! Sato shouted with even more urgency, Hurry! Reluctantly, the American prisoners did as they were told, all 150 of them, crawling a single file into the dark, poorly ventilated pits. They huddled in the stifling darkness of their collective body heat, sweat coursing down their bare chests. The air-raid bell continued to peal. They waited and waited but heard not a single American plane, let alone a hundred. Then, peaking out of the ends of the trenches, the men saw several soldiers busting into the compound. They were carrying five-gallon buckets filled with a liquid. The bucket sloshed messily as the soldiers walked. With a quick jerk of the hands, they flung the contents into the openings of the trenches. By the smell of it on their skin, the Americans instantly recognized what it was high octane aviation fuel from the airstrip. Before they could apprehend the full significance of it, other soldiers tossed flames. The men squirmed over each other and clawed at the dirt as they tried desperately to shrink from the intense heat. They choke back the smoke and the fumes, their nostrils assailed by the smell of singed hair roasting. They were trapped like termites in their own sealed nest. Another wave of troops approached the air-raid shelters, throwing grenades into the flaming entrance and raking them with gunfire. Some of the troops poked their rifle barrels through the entrance of the trenches and fired point-blank at the huddled forms within. When Lieutenant Sato was satisfied that all 150 prisoners were dead, he ordered his men to heave the stray bodies into the smoky pit. The soldiers splattered additional gasoline and re-ignited the trenches. They tossed in more grenades as well as sticks of dynamite to make it appear as though the victims had perished in an air-raid after all, with the shelters receiving several “direct hits” from American bombs
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Republic of the Philippines
Department of Tourism
Message On behalf of the Department of Tourism (DOT), we would once again like to congratulate the 71s t Palawan Liberation Task Force for its commitment in keeping our country’s rich heritage alive through this commemorative event, A Salute to Valor: Palawan Liberation. As a country that has fought long and hard for our liberation throughout the course of our history, it is our duty and our obligation to remember the trials and triumphs of our people. This commendable gathering serves as an avenue to pay tribute to the veterans and heroes who have worked hard for the freedom and the democracy that we enjoy today. The second staging of this celebration is also timely with the Visit the Philippines Again (VPA) 2016, giving our tourists another reason to come back to the country. With the unveiling of the new memorial marker in Plaza Cuartel and Iwahig Prison, we are providing our foreign visitors new places to encounter our history. More importantly, we are creating a doorway for Filipinos to rediscover their roots. Our warmest regards to all of the stakeholders who have contributed to the success of this event. As we remember the achievements of our forefathers, let us continue to honor them by expanding the freedom of our people today. And in the tourism industry, this means that we must continue to ensure that all our efforts lead to creating employment, and consequently, a better life for our Filipino people. Mabuhay!
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Immaculate Conception Cathedral Parish in Puerto Princesa
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he majestic semi-Gothic style Cathedral of our Lady of Immaculate Conception, located near the Plaza Cuartel, stands on the same spot where the Catholic Church in Puerto Princesa was built in 1872. Bishop Gregorio Espiga in 1965 reconstructed the Roman Catholic Cathedral. It is said to be a replica of the Church of Sto. Domingo de la Calzada in Logronio, Spain. It was designed by Architect Manalac and constructed under the supervision of Civil Engineer Florencio Llacuna of Cuyo, Palawan. The wood carvings, the wooden Stations of the Cross, the pews and heavy wooden doors were all made by the inmates of the Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm. In the two 60-meter high belfries were eight bells two dedicated to San Nicolas de Tolentino and Ezekiel Moreno in 1958; four dedicated to San Fernando Rey de Espana and Roman Catholic Church in Puerto Princesa in 1904 Saint Joseph in 1921; and two to our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Maria Consolatrix Afflictorum in 1965. On March 10, 1961, the Cathedral was blessed by Archbishop of Manila Rufino Cardinal Santos. It was consecrated on August 15,1964. The Cathedral stands as a monument of unparalleled missionary work of the Augustinian Recollects Order (OAR) in Palawan in general and Puerto Princesa City in particular. This prominent landmark is considered one of the best in the country. From the book The Puerto Princesa Story
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Republic of the Philippines
Department of Tourism MIMAROPA Region
Message The Department of Tourism MIMAROPA Region extends its warm greetings to the Palawan Liberation Task Force composed of the Palawan Provincial Government, City Government of Puerto Princesa, United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Palawan Provincial Tourism Council, Puerto Princesa City Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Rajah Travel Corporation as you lead the commemoration of the 71st Anniversary of Palawan Liberation in the City of Puerto Princesa on April 21 to 23, 2016. The theme : A Salute to Valor : Palawan Liberation fosters a strong sense of pride for Palaweños and recognizes the bravery of 1,000 Filipino guerrillas who actively fought during World War II in the island of Palawan with the United States Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) to end the Japanese occupation of the islands. This very significant historical event will complement our promotion of Palawan’s outstanding biodiversity of marine life, flora and fauna, pristine islands and the tapestry of the unique culture of its people that have gained worldwide prominence in the international roster of unique attractions and destinations. Congratulations to the Palawan Liberation Task Force for ably organizing the 2016 Palawan Liberation which manifests a strong public and private partnership to ensure a most successful tribute!
ATTY. MINERVA ALDABA MORADA Regional Director
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Monument of Princess Eulalia of Spain, the Princess of Ports
April 22 of each year is declared as Palawan Liberation Day, a special working day, to pay tribute and respect to the Filipino and American heroes in the City of Puerto Princesa and the Province of Palawan, who exemplified valor and risked their lives during the World War II for the freedom of Palawan and the Philippines. City Ordinance No. 728 dated January 25,2016
Eulalia Park Puerto Princesa was named after Princess Eulalia of Spain. She was born in 1864 to the reigning monarch , Queen Isabella II and her consort Dr. Francisco de Asis. However, with the princess’ untimely death, the queen changed the name to Puerto de la Princesa or Princess of Ports. Later it was reduced to Puerto Princesa as it is known today. A statue of the princess serves a marker as it stands on the spot where the Decree of the Foundation of Puerto Princesa was read by Governor Don Jose De Sostoa y Ordonez, head of the Spanish expedition on March 4, 1872.
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Republic of the Philippines DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENSE
PHILIPPINE VETERANS AFFAIRS
Veterans Compound, Camp Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City
Message The Philippine Veterans Affairs Office gives its high commendations and sincerest gratitude to the men and women of the Palawan Liberation Task Force for their commitment to faithfully commemorating the Palawan Liberation annually, now on its second year. With the theme “A Salute to Valor: Palawan Liberation,” this commemorative event in the historic city of Puerto Princesa pays tribute not only to the gallantry of the combined forces of the Filipino guerrillas and the United States Army Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) but also to their strong camaraderie and continued alliance that withstood time and went beyond war. They served as a testimonial to one of the greatest teachings we can learn from the Palawan Liberation – VALOR. 71 years ago, a historic step was taken to end the atrocities perpetrated by the Japanese Imperial Army during the World War II. Valor was shown, blood was shed, and lives were offered by our valiant heroes. These were the costly prices they paid for so we can have the freedom we enjoy today. As we remember their sacrifices, we are likewise reminded that every day is an opportunity for us to repay the valor and heroic deeds that our veterans-heroes had exemplified. So I invite everyone, especially the youths of this generation to continue preserving the richness of our history and memorializing the gallantry of those who fought for our freedom not only in written documents and the internet but most importantly in the hearts and minds of every Filipino. Let these heroes be our perennial source of inspiration as we continue to protect our freedom, our lone precursor for peace. Moreover, tourists, both local and international can now add another reason to go back to Palawan – and that is to visit the Plaza Cuartel at the heritage district of Puerto Princesa to reconnect with our nation’s rich history and give salutations to the liberators of Palawan. Once again, a huge congratulation to the Palawan Liberation Task Force for this undertaking! Serbisyo sa Beterano, Serbisyo sa Bayan! Mabuhay ang Palaweños! Mabuhay ang Sambayanang Pilipino!
LTGEN ERNESTO G CAROLINA AFP (RET) Administrator, PVAO A SALUTE TO VALOR: PALAWAN LIBERATION |
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Mendoza Park
Stands a memorial marker for Palawan Governor Higinio Acosta Mendoza who died a hero of Palawan.
Commemorating the liberation of Palawan affords us the chance to reflect on Palawan’s heroes, its surviving veterans and their families. This should not just be an ordinary holiday, but one where honor, respect and thanks can be given to surviving veterans, as was done last year. This can be done all throughout the province, since many sites connected with the war have been identified. Maybe floral offerings can be offered, or other special commemorative ceremonies. The veterans serve as role models for today’s youth, showing love for country and patriotism in a concrete manner.
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Republic of the Philippines Bureau of Corrections
Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm Puerto Princesa City
Message As we commemorate the 71st anniversary celebration of the Liberation of Palawan, this is an opportunity for us to reflect and reminisce a historical event during the World War II that Palawan was a part of. In this celebration we should not forget that we earned our freedom through the sacrifices of Filipinos and Americans who fought side-by-side and gave their lives in the name of freedom. So many precious lives were lost that lead to this liberation and this is the only way to pay tribute to those people who were part of this liberation. We, In Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm are very proud to be a part of this historical event as it served as US Army’s Operations Headquarters after the island was liberated. Mabuhay!
ANTONIO C. CRUZ Penal Superintendent II
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Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm
A Prison without bars. Founded on November 16,1904 for rehabilitation of reformed criminals. It has an area of approximately 26,000 hectares at present.
During World War II, officers and employees including prisoners of Iwahig Penal Colony, did not offer any resistance during the Japanese Occupation from May 18,1942 until the liberation of Palawan on April 23, 1945. The Iwahig Penal Colony Administration accommodated them and even provided quarters and dormitories for their troops. On October 1944 to February 28, 1945 during the invasion of Puerto Princesa for its liberation, approximately 5,000 residents of the town evacuated at the colony reservation due to the heavy carpet bombing of the American Forces, totally razing to the ground all existing structures on sight. After the war, 200 high government officials and “illustrados” of the country were detained at the colony after they were suspected of collaborating with the Japanese Imperial Army. On May 3, 1945, General Douglas Mac Arthur , Supreme Commander of the Pacific Command, visited these prisoners. After a thorough and exhaustive trial , they were later granted a general amnesty.
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Palawan Tourism Council
Message Salute to Valor: Palawan Liberation 2016 The Palawan Tourism Council together with the Provincial Government of Palawan and the City Government of Puerto Princesa with assistance from USAID-Compete Team and Rajah Travel, have formed a Palawan Liberation Task Force. We, the members, for the past year have been developing Heritage and Historical Tourism in Palawan. Here we try to find significant “Lost Pieces of Palawan History” and make an effort to continuously reveal these to the Palaweños, the general public and tourists alike. We do promotions through Social Media like Instagram and Facebook. We occassionaly post these snippets of Palawan History in the Palawan Facebook Page and in the Palawan Liberation Page. And others also share these in their FB accounts. The Palawan Liberation Task Force has also moved to intitutionalize the yearly celebration of the Palawan Liberation every April 22nd through the City Council and the Provincial Board. And now, we are holding the annual “Salute to Valor: Palawan Liberation” event. We honor both the Filipino and American Veterans who played a part in securing the Liberation of Palawan and the Philippines during World War II. This time our focus is not only the Palawan Massacre in Plaza Cuartel but also the role that the Iwahig Penal Colony played during the Liberation of Palawan. Little do people know that most of the survivors of the Massacre escaped to Iwahig and that during the Liberation time, it also became a Command Post for the Americans. This annual event will ingrain in both our youth and to the tourists in general that not only does Palawan have a rich heritage and history but was also instrumental to the World War II Liberation of the whole Philippines. Always for a better Palawan!
DEBBIE Q. TAN President – Palawan Tourism Council
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Iwahig River Firefly Watching A community-based tourism cooperative
Resolution No. 1489-2016 on March 21, 2016 by the City Council of Puerto Princesa City declaring Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm a City Historical and Cultural Treasure During the Spanish regime, Puerto Princesa was designated as a place where offenders sentenced to banishment were exiled. The Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm (formerly known as Iwahig Penal Colony), originally named Luhit Penal Colony Settlement was established by the Americans on November 16, 1904 under the leadership of Governor Luke Wright. The Colony was occupied by the Japanese Imperial Army during the Second World War but passive and covert resistance was effectively supported by guerillas with the help of employees and prisoners. The penal reservation served as a refuge for at least 5,000 civilians during the bombing of Puerto Princesa during World War II. The Iwahig Penal Colony has four heritage buildings built during the 1920s that are at least 90 years old. In order to codify and commemorate the role of Iwahig Prison and Penal Farm in the City’s history, the City Government will construct and inaugurate a marker.
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K ATE B ROWN Governor
Message Dear attendees of “A Salute to Valor: Palawan- 71 Years of Freedom” I am honored to help welcome you to this year’s celebration of the 71st anniversary of the liberation of the island of Palawan. This celebration is an opportunity to reflect on the tremendous sacrifices of U.S and Philippine veterans who served valiantly together during World War II. I know that from Oregon the 186th Regimental Combat Team of the 41st Infantry Division played a significant role in the operation, and I would particularly like to commemorate the lives of Cpl. Douglas Burnett, Cpl. Robert Arthur Adkins, and Ld. Cdr. Henry Carlisle, who represent the very best of Oregon. On behalf of all Oregonians, thank you for your service and sacrifices. Please accept my best wishes for a successful event. Sincerely,
Governor Kate Brown GKB: srh
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MacArthur Jeep in 1945
Filipinos and Americans did not give up the fight but resisted in ways they could. From several small, disunited groups to a more unified command, the Palawan Special Battalion, which was recognized by MacArthur’s headquarters. This unit, and its predecessors, was able to attack superior Japanese forces and score victories. Its contribution in gathering intelligence for Allied forces was significant, leading to the loss by the Japanese of several warships and military units.
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Three months before the Japanese forces occupied Puerto Princesa, Governor Higinio A. Mendoza Sr. organized the guerrilla unit in Puerto Princesa. It started with twenty two members. Before its integration into the Palawan Special Battalion, the group numbered 299, armed with only fifty firearms of various calibers. The Palawan Special Battalion was organized on October 4, 1943 with Major Pablo P. Mutco as Commander. Palawan was divided into four sectors, each under a Company Commander. Sector A was under Captain Higinio A. Mendoza Sr. covered the areas from Puerto Princesa to Caramay with headquarters at Tinitian. Sector B was under Lieutenant Felipe Batul with headquarters at Danlig, the area of operation covered Cuyo, Dumaran and the area from Caramay to Taytay. Sector C was under Sergeant Emilio Tumbaga (a Philippine Constabulary soldier) with headquarters at Brooke’s Point. The area of operation included all areas from Puerto Pricesa down to Balabac; and Sector D was under Carlos Amores (a security officer of the Palawan Manganese Mines) with headquarters at Coron.
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Guerrilla resistance groups arose in various parts of the main island and many of the smaller islands. These actively resisted the Japanese and maintained free governments, separate from the Japanese run occupation government. These guerrillas units printed their own money, maintained records and gathered intelligence on Japanese positions which proved of great importance to Gen. MacArthur’s forces, advancing from Southwest Pacific area.
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UNSUNG HEROES Bolo Battalion were the civilian volunteer guards armed with bolos. They were utilized to
guard the outposts leading to headquarters and gave warning of incoming Japanese patrols; did the hauling of food supplies and equipment for the guerrilla units; constructed shelters for the soldiers; and did all the mental jobs in the camps. They were also given ranks similar to that of the Army. They were not registered in the Armed Forces, had no salaries nor were entitled to pensions and privileges accorded the Army. Many times they were the first victims of Japanese patrols, like what happened in Patonga or Alcaba on October 2, 1942, when the Japanese soldiers brutally shot twenty innocent men suspected as guerrillas. Only two were able to escape to recount the horrifying experience. Moreover, these men provided for themselves their own subsistence while on twenty four hour duty. It was not uncommon that their sons or other male members of the family would pitch in their absence.
Womens’ Auxiliary Service (WAS), organized to help the resistance movement. It
consisted of members of the pre-war Women’s club, a civic organization affiliated with the Women’s Club of the Philippines. They assisted by giving coffee, fruits, vegetables, rice and sugar to guerrillas. They also arranged benefit dances, beauty contest and other means to raise funds. They collected used clothing and other useful items for the needy.
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HEROES OF SECOND WORLD WAR
oday, we honor all the veterans and all the unsung heroes for their valor in helping liberate our beloved Palawan from Japanese occupation during World War II. The honorees for this year’s commemoration of Palawan Liberation: 71st Anniversary US Honoree: 1. Aviation Radioman 2/C Francis Ford, USNR Philippine Honorees: 1. Capt. Ambrosio B. Baloloy + 2. Capt. Tomas Timbancaya + 3. Capt. Andres B. Baaco, Sr. + 4. Capt. Carlos C. Amores + 5. Lt. Bruno I. Rodriguez 6. Lt. Marcelo M. San Juan + 7. Lt. Proyecto M. Setias 8. Lt. Sgt. Jose D. Felizarte + 9. Pvt. Leopoldo G. Tabinga
Puerto Princesa Baywalk (Seaplane Base during the war )
Seaplane Base is a place near the wharf where the American forces unload their supplies
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OREGON MILITARY DEPARTMENT P JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS, OREGON NATIONAL GUARD OFFICE OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL, 1776 MILITIA WAY P.O. BOX 14350 SALEM, OREGON 97309-5047
NGOR-TAG 31 March 2016 It is an honor and privilege to be invited to participate in the ceremony in Puerto Princesa City. This historic event will inspire future generations to remember the determination and sacrifice of those warriors and heroes who served more than 70 years ago. You have my unwavering support as we remember and commemorate this momentous event. The events of the 1945 Palawan campaign highlight the efforts between both Philippine forces and the 186th Regimental Combat Team of the U.S. 41st Infantry Division. Together our forces liberated Palawan in Operation VICTOR III from February through April 1945. The Palawan campaign embodies the strong bonds that developed between U.S. military, Filipino guerrilla, and local resistance forces. The heroic actions of those who put themselves in harm’s way throughout World War II should never be forgotten. We owe a great debt of gratitude to a generation that gave their youth, their futures and their lives to return freedom to the Philippines. On this occasion we have an opportunity to say thank you in recognition of Filipino and American war efforts that led to the freedom of the Philippine Islands. I appreciate this opportunity to celebrate the ongoing partnership and historic connection we have developed through the events of 1945. Last August, at a reunion in Portland, Oregon, World War II veterans of the 41st Infantry Division heard about last year’s commemoration and asked that I relay their heartfelt greetings. Please extend my warmest welcome from the Oregon National Guard to all in attendance as you honor these warriors and their families. We will not let their sacrifices be forgotten. We recognize and value the lessons of history, and we have an obligation to help younger generations learn and understand as they live on in peace and freedom.
MICHAEL E. STENCEL Major General The Adjutant General
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186th Regimental Combat Team in the Palawan Campaign (Victor III) 28 February to 20 June 1945
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U.S forces land at Leyte in the Central Philippines U.S forces land on the beaches of Mindoro in the Central Philippines
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U.S Sixth Army troops storm ashore on the beaches of Lingayen Gulf to begin the force for Luzon, main island of Philippines U.S Force hits the beach at Subic Bay on Luzon Island north of Manila 41st Infantry Division arrives at Mindoro and begins staging in the San Jose Area 41st Division departs Mindoro in an 8-ship convey. Operation Victor III begins. Following an air and naval bombardment. 1st battalion, 186th Regimental Combat Team, steps ashore unopposed at Bancao-Bancao Point in the entrance to Puerto Princesa harbor, Palawan Archipelago Town of Puerto Princesa falls to the 2nds Battalion at 1259. 2nd Battalion crosses the bay to the mouth of the Iwahig River. 1st and 2nd Battalions move inland, patrolling the Irawan River Valley 3rd Battalion lands to and advances inland to Tagburos. Advance elements of 1st and 2nd Battalion halted by enemy concentration in the mountains north of Irawan. 3rd Battalion encounters an enemy strongpoint near Tagburos Contact made with guerilla forces After three attempts, elements of 2nd Battalion seize and occupy enemy position on 1445 north of Irawan, breaking the backbone of enemy defense in this area. Intelligence and Reconnaissance Platoon Patrols Dumaran Island off the northeast of Palawan and finds it free of the enemy Patrolling continues with little or no enemy resistance found. 1st Battalion departs Palawan Elements of the 2nd Battalion make unopposed landings on several islands placing Americans in control of the Palawan Archipelago Victor III operation terminates
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WASHINGTON, D.C.
Message Greetings to Liberation Veterans and Citizens of Palawan: Thank you to the Liberation Task Force for this marvelous celebration of the 71st Anniversary of the Liberation of Palawan. It is with great gratitude that we remember the sacrifices of the veterans of the United States and The Philippines. The horrors of the occupation were erased with their brave deeds. It is fitting that we join together to contemplate the freedom bestowed upon the citizens of Palawan and to enjoy the fruits of that freedom. Personally, I am proud to have known many veterans of this hard fought campaign and wish that they were here to receive their well deserved accolades. Let us all reflect on their heroism, the blessings of liberation and the role we may play in perpetuating the ideals for which they served. Sincerely,
Raymond F. Rees,Major General (Retired) Former Adjutant General of Oregon Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Training, Readiness and Mobilization Office of the Secretary of the Army
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SUBMARINE ACTION IN PALAWAN PASSAGE When MacArthur returned to Leyte, in October 1944, the Japanese put up a desperate resistance, committing their major surviving warships of the Imperial Japanese Navy. The largest battleships of the Japanese, the Yamato and Musashi, were among the ships which transited Palawan waters, which became targets of US submarines. Filipino coast watchers in Palawan and its surrounding islands provided information to US naval forces whcih helped in the sinking of several key warships. The Battle of Leyte Gulf, also called the Battle for Leyte Gulf, and formerly known as the Second Battle of the Philippine Sea, is generally considered to be
the largest naval battle of World War II and, by some criteria, possibly the largest naval battle in history. As it sortied from its base in Brunei, Kurita’s powerful “Center Force” consisted of five battleships (Yamato, Musashi, Nagato,Kongō, and Haruna), ten heavy cruisers (Atago, Maya, Takao, Chōkai, Myōkō, Haguro, Kumano, Suzuya, Tone and Chikuma), two light cruisers (Noshiro and Yahagi) and 15 destroyers.
The Japanese “Center Force” leaves Brunie Bay, Borneo on October 22, 1944, en route to the Philippines
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Photographed just prior to the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Ships are, from left to right: Musashi, Yamato, a cruiser and Nagato.
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The “Center Force” under Vice Admiral Takeo Kurita—by far the most powerful of the attacking forces—would pass through San Bernardino Strait into the Philippine Sea, turn southwards, and then also attack the landing area. Kurita’s ships passed Palawan Island around midnight on 22–23 October. USS Darter (SS-227)
The American submarines Darter and Dace were positioned together on the surface close by. At 00:16 on 23 October, Darter‘s radar detected the Japanese formation at a range of 30,000 yd (27,000 m). Her captain promptly made visual contact. The two submarines quickly moved off in pursuit of the ships while Darter made the first of three contact reports. At least one of these was picked up by a radio operator on Yamato, but Kurita failed to take appropriate antisubmarine precautions.
Darter and Dace traveled on the surface at full power for several hours and gained a position ahead of Kurita’s formation, with the intention of making a submerged attack at first light. This attack was unusually successful. At 05:24, Darter fired a spread of six torpedoes, at least four of which hit Kurita’s flagship, the heavy cruiser Atago. Ten minutes later, Darter made two hits on Atago‘s sister ship, Takao, with another spread of torpedoes. At 05:56, Dace made four torpedo hits on the heavy cruiser Maya (sister to Atago and Takao). Atago and Maya quickly sank. Takao turned back to Brunei escorted by two destroyers—and was followed by the two submarines. On 24 October, as the submarines continued to shadow the damaged cruiser, Darter ran aground on the Bombay Shoal. All efforts to get her off failed, and she was abandoned. Her entire crew was, however, rescued by Dace. Takao returned to Singapore. She was joined in January 1945 by Myōkō. Atago had sunk so rapidly, Kurita was forced to swim to survive. He was rescued by one of the Japanese destroyers, and he then transferred to the battleship Yamato.
Japanese Heavy Cruiser Maya torpedoed October 23, 1944
Japanese Heavy Cruiser Atago sunk by planes from the U.S.S. Natoma Bay CVE-62 on October 25, 1944 at the battle of Leyte Gulf.
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OREGON ARMY NATIONAL GUARD 41 INFANTRY BRIGADE COMBAT TEAM 15300 SE MINUTEMAN WAY CLACKAMAS, OREGON 97015
From the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team, I offer well wishes and success in your celebration of 71 years since the liberation of Palawan. I am very grateful to have been invited to participate in the festivities and share in the rich and beautiful culture of the Filipino culture of the Filipino people. As you celebrate the anniversary of Palawan’s liberation at the end of WWII, I offer my sincerest appreciation for remembering the 41st Infantry Division in your celebrations. I have the distinct honor to command the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team, which traces its lineage directly to the 41st Infantry Division. As its commander, I am filled with pride when I think of the accomplishments of our forebears, fighting together for the cause of freedom. The Filipino warriors and the members of the 41st showed true heart and courage in fighting a fierce opponent those years ago. Those experiences created long lasting bonds. The Filipino people and the members of the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team will forever share a special kinship of the partnership forged in the fires of war more than 70 years ago. Their fighting spirit paved the way for generations to come. I am extremely humbled to lead today’s generation of 41st Soldiers. These occasions ensure we continue to remember the sacrifices of our past while maintaining our partnerships into the future. While my duties prevent me from making the trip to your beautiful country, rest assured that I and all the members of the 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team will be with you in spirit and partnership, both now and for generations to come. Please accept my best wishes and gratitude as you celebrate this year.
WILLIAM PRENDERGAST Colonel, 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team COMMANDER
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(William F. McCartney, from his book “The Jungleers: A History of the 41st Infantry Division”) described the beach landing on the morning of February 28, 1945: “The 1st Battalion of the186th Regimental Combat Team, furnished the assault waves,” said McCartney. The absence of suitable landing areas slowed the largely unopposed unloading operation. The men of the 186th quickly fanned out, with two battalions striking north along the eastern side of Puerto Princessa Harbor while a third battalion crossed the bay at its midpoint and pushed north toward Iwahig. The assault battalion pushed inland at a rapid pace and moved on the airstrips,” McCartney’s account continued. “By 1100 it had passed and secured the first phase line, and the reserve battalion had come ashore. The 2nd Battalion was moving very slowly but was closing in on Puerto Princesa. Shortly after noon, it crossed the second phase line, poured over the runways of the airdrome and was patrolling north of the third phase line. Late that afternoon all areas within the third phase line had been secured and patrols were continuing their activities. The town of Puerto Princesa fell to the 2nd Battalion at 1259hrs.”
Landing west of Bancao Bancao beach in Puerto Princesa, Palawan Operation Victor III encountered very little Japanese resistance while securing Puerto Princesa, and it appeared the Japanese had no intention of holding the town. The only sign of Japanese occupation were the remnants of air raid shelters. The 186th Regiment continued into Palawan and fought the Japanese and quickly gained the upper hand. They had liberated and secured the island with the help of the Filipino guerrilla forces and the main force departed Palawan by March 18. Arriving in Puerto Princesa, the men of the 41st Division (who called themselves the “Jungleers”) saw the first town they had seen in three years, with macadam streets, churches, schools, and “real houses” in a setting of brilliant bougainvillea; and, enjoying the luxury of once again sleeping under a roof, got “great delight” (according to their historian) from “such simple, everyday operations as turning on and off water faucets and opening and closing doors and windows.”
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A 92 year old US Veteran’s tale of the Palawan landing On the 28th of February 1945, we were landed by the U.S. Navy near the entrance to Puerto Princesa Harbor. The landing was to be at the main wharf of the capitol city of Puerto Princesa. However, we were landed in a mangrove swamp and had to cut our way out. In spite of the foul up, it was the quietest landing of the war. Resistance was minor as the Japanese had retreated to the hilly terrain in the center of the island. The residents came out to meet us and I had my very first fried greenbananas. A small band played for us and we felt like heroes. In the days following, we were on patrol, looking for the main line of resistance, and were accompanied by our exceptionally fine Filipino Scout,Mr. Revera. Revera alerted us several times to the presence of Japanese troops, and certainly saved us from many casualties. I would love to have traveled to Palawan for the 71st commemoration ceremonies, but cannot.So instead I send my best wishes to all the people of Palawan,
Franklin William Sawyer
Company E, 186th Regimental Combat Team 41st Infantry Division 92 years old
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USS LSM-168 and USS LSM-224 unloading men and supplies on the jetty at Puerto Princesa, Palawan Island, Philippines, February 28 or 29, 1945.
After the landing of the American Liberation Forces, Puerto Princesa was turned into a military camp, a base of operations. The Puerto Princesa Bay was turned into a Seaplane Base. The runway of the airfield was reconstructed with steel matting to land aircrafts. Honda Bay was littered with ships. Canigaran was filled with canvas tents and Quonset huts to house soldiers. The town once deserted during the Japanese occupation and in ruins was turned into make-shift huts of all sorts. As always with military camps, coffee shops abound, buy and sell of army supplies was the order of the business, sailors, soldiers and people crowded the streets. They thrive on American dole outs. The returning residents from their centers of evacuation found no place to stay for practically all the houses were destroyed except a few sturdy buildings like the Catholic Church which was heavily damaged and a few private homes were heavily damaged.
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TO THE PALAWAN LIBERATION COMMEMORATION April 21-23, 2016: The 41st Division Infantry Association acknowledges the tributes paid to the 186th Regimental Combat Team and the brave Filipino guerillas who fought with us to repel the Japanese from Palawan over seventy years ago. As part of that landing force, I can say we were proud to do the job. In writing this letter, many memories returned, and I will share a few. We were awakened early in our compartment in the transport ship that brought us to Palawan on Feb. 28th 1945. After morning chow we were ordered to get rigged up with our weapons and all of the gear needed to prepare for combat with the enemy. After moving to the topside deck for the final briefing, it was still dark as we prepared to board our landing craft. Just before the boarding we were told of the massacre the Japanese had committed by burning the U.S. prisoners of war alive. As daylight was breaking the naval bombardment began for softening up the landing areas as our landing craft approached Puerto Princesa. The navy fire control personal lifted the bombardment as normal, before we were in range of the destruction wrought by the large naval guns. My landing group did not meet any resistance as we reached land. I remember moving through an area that had hot water baths heated from what I thought was geothermal activity on the island. This was the first semblance of civilization we had seen in many long months of fighting. On behalf of the members of the 41st Division, we deliver warm greetings to the people of Palawan. Best regards,
Charlie Cripps Company L, 186th Infantry Regiment President, 41st Infantry Division Association
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66th Annual Reunion of 41st Infantry Division Association August 7-9,2015 in Portland, Oregon
Message It is such a great honor and privilege to again be a part of the task force of the event, A Salute to Valor: PALAWAN- 70 Years of Freedom. Last year, the Palawan Liberation Task Force alongside everyone who was part of the event, was successful in commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Palawan Liberation. Proper recognition was given to the heroes who fought for the country’s freedom during World War II in Palawan. It is with this reason that the City Council of Puerto Princesa has approved an ordinance declaring April 22 as Palawan Liberation Day. With these milestones, we find our motivation to further push our advocacy on picking up significant lost pieces of history and give honor to where it is due. Our unwavering commitment to sustain our heroes’ legacy and to ensure that what they have sacrificed and what they have stood for will be not be forgotten has led us to commemorate this 2016 the 71st Year of Palawan Liberation. Again, we are grateful to everyone who joined us in making this event possible. We trust that this special day will not only be a day of celebration but more importantly, will be a constant reminder to everyone of the value of courage and nationalism.
AILEEN C. CLEMENTE Chairman and President RAJAH TRAVEL CORPORATION
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Puerto Princesa International Airport
An old Puerto Princesa Airstrip The present Puerto Princesa City runway and airport terminal can accommodate international flights PuertoPrincesa Airport Development Project
Remembering the war years also highlights the strategic position of Palawan in Philippines security and history. This again is very relevant in the present day, when bases in Palawan play an important role in protecting the Philippines’ western flanks. It must be observed that after Palawan was liberated, Puerto Princesa was used as a key airfield by US air forces, patrolling the West Philippine sea and striking at Japanese positions as far as Vietnam and Borneo. Australian and possibly New Zealand air forces were also based in Puerto Princesa airfield. The Japanese airfield in Puerto Princesa was built mainly by American prisoners of war who had been captured with the fall of Bataan and Corregidor in 1942. It became operational in 1944. Recognizing the value of the strategically located airfield, US naval air forces first bombed it in September 1944.
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PCCI PUERTO PRINCESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY INC. Marianne Hotel Abueg Road, Jacana Bgy. Bancao-bancao, Puerto Princesa City Palawan
A Message to the Palawan Community:
SEC Registration No. Cn201511827 President Arjennel P. Lim Executive Vice President Jack Barton Duff Secretary Jusette A. Cortes Treasurer Richard B. Arambulo Corporate Counsel Joel A. Tan Board of Trustees Richard B. Arambulo Florida L. Chiu Juseette A. Cortes Teresita G. Dimalanta Jack Barton Duff Virginia T. Gapuz Arjennel P. Lim Armando R. Lustre Jr. Annabelle P. Lim Armando R. Lustre Jr. Annabelle P. Ong Evelyn N. Pua Joel A. Tan Jane T. Urbanek Eva T. Valledor Eric John G. Yayen Lolita G. Zabala
February 2016 marks the date 71 years ago when American troops disembarked in Barangay Bancao-Bancao in Puerto Princesa City to join Filipino militia and guerillas in the liberation of the island of Palawan. Incredibly, this is only the second time in those 71 years that the event and those responsible have been celebrated and honored. History chronicles life – the life of nations, of institutions and of people. To forsake history is to live without identity or heritage. We are here today to indelibly chronicle our history and to commemorate the events and honor the people who provided the freedom and liberty upon which our nation, our culture and our future rely. Most importantly -to Remember, Honor, and Perpetuate the Value and Price of Freedom… American President Abraham Lincoln said it best, “..any nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure.” Today, we honor, we remember, and we thank all those who suffered on our behalf, for the cause of liberty and most especially, those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom, having given all. Sincerely Yours,
Arjennel P. Lim Vision: To be the collective voice of a world class business community of the City of Puerto Princesa aimed at inclusive and sustainable development A SALUTE TO VALOR: PALAWAN LIBERATION |
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PUERTO PRINCESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
VALUES Integrity is about adherence to a code or principle. In our case, the principle is honesty --honesty in our work, in our message and in our deeds. The strong member and partnership relationships we develop and value are based on our integrity as an organization. Respect. PPCCI firms believe in enhancing and building self-esteem and self-worth, in showing care and consideration for others. Teamwork. Members of PPCCI work as a team, not as a collection of individuals. We see ourselves as “stakeholders” involved in achieving a common goal. This sense of teamwork is an integral part of what makes PPCCI an enjoyable, upbeat and satisfying organization. Excellence. PPCCI has a reputation for excellence – in the services we provide and the advocacies we support and in the manner we conduct ourselves. We look for ways to continually improve our individual and collective performance. PPCCI members are never satisfied with “just good enough.” Stewardship is about “adding to” rather than “taking from.” It’s about enhancing the assets entrusted to us; human, intellectual and capital. It’s about taking care of our members, protecting the environment and giving something of value back to the community in which we live and work. Dedication is going the extra mile to meet our goals, doing the unexpected, and exceeding expectations. PPCCI firms do this because they enjoy doing it. It makes ours a special kind of organization in our dealings with individuals, and the public and private agencies with which we have relationships.
MISSION To create and sustain a world-class commercial sector in Puerto Princesa City.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES We will conduct ourselves with unquestionable honesty, transparency and integrity. We will operate PPCCI on a sound financial basis insuring its strength and long-term stability. We will provide an environment that supports personal growth, teamwork and continuous improvement. We will commit to our members, partners and the community that each decision we make and each action we take will be beneficial to all involved or we will not undertake it.
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