The City Government of Batac, in partnership with the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office, commemorated today the 159th birth anniversary of General Artemio Ricarte, the Father of the Philippine Army.
The celebration began with a parade participated in by city officials, government employees, uniformed personnel, educators, and students, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony led by the Marine Battalion Landing Team 8.
Dr. Shirley C. Agrupis, Chairperson of the Commission on Higher Education, was represented by Hon. Pia Maria Barbara Mirca Crisologo-Cua, member of the Board of Regents of MMSU, who served as guest speaker.
The event was graced by city officials led by Mayor Markee R. Chua, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members Rafael Medina and Gian Crisostomo, the Veterans Association of the Philippines–Ilocos Norte Chapter, national government agencies, and local stakeholders—all paying tribute to a proud son of Batac whose heroism continues to inspire generations.
