104th Anniversary Dumaguete American Cemetery,

 Yesterday, on the 4th of July, the Negros Oriental Alliance of Culture & Arts Advocates (NOACAA-INC) and the Buglas Reading & Writers Club gathered at a sacred sanctuary of memory: the Dumaguete American Cemetery in Barangay Daro.



This Philippine-American Friendship Day marked a momentous milestone—the 104th Anniversary of this historic resting place. Established more than a century ago, the cemetery stands as a quiet, enduring testament to the deeply intertwined histories, shared struggles, and lasting bonds between the Filipino and American peoples in Negros Oriental.

Through the preservation of our local heritage and the power of the written word, we continue to honor the lives, stories, and legacies resting within these hallowed grounds.

History is not just found in textbooks; it lives on in the spaces we protect and the memories we choose never to forget.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in commemoration, reflection, and solidarity.


📍 Venue: Dumaguete American Cemetery, Daro, Dumaguete City 📜 Organized by: NOACAA-INC & Buglas Reading & Writers Club

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