The exhibition is also featuring U.S. Navy pilots saved by guerrillas and the role of the USS Hornet during WWII in the Philippines
A month-long exhibition of ‘Filipino American History Month: 120 Years of Loyal & Faithful Service by Filipinos in the US Navy’ opened in partnership with the Bataan Legacy Historical Society, the Friends & Family of Nisei Veterans and the USS Telesforo Trinidad Campaign.
“The exhibition chronicled the role of Filipinos in the U.S. Navy starting in 1901, when President William McKinley created the Insular Force. Filipinos became the largest foreign-born recruits until 1992, when the Philippine Enlistment Program ended. Today, thousands of Filipino Americans continue the proud tradition of serving in the U.S. Navy,” the Alameda Sun reported.
The centerpiece of the exhibition is Telesforo Trinidad — a Filipino sailor who received the Medal of Honor in 1915 for his heroic actions on board the USS San Diego. The exhibition is also featuring U.S. Navy pilots saved by guerrillas and the role of the USS Hornet during WWII in the Philippines, said the report.
“The opening event will feature a joint service color guard, Filipino American singers and sailors of Filipino heritage who have served in the U.S. Navy. Filipino food will also be available for purchase. The event begins Oct. 3 at 1 p.m. at the USS Hornet Museum, 707 West Hornet Ave.”
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