The Miagaowanons gathered to commemorate the birth of Tan Pedro Monteclaro, a revered local hero, during a wreath-laying ceremony at his monument in Camp Monteclaro and at the JRBB Hall on October 15, 2024.
The event featured a keynote address by Mr. Jose Nereo Lujan, whose remarks resonated deeply with the attendees.
Mayor Richard Garin, in his speech, emphasized the importance of perseverance in the pursuit of freedom, stating, “Fighting for freedom is fighting for progress and development.”
He further reflected on the legacy of Tan Pedro, noting, “Bisan wara ron si Tan Pedro kag ang ana mga suldadus, ang anda handum as they fought for freedom for progress and development, natabu ron.”
