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July 4, 1946. An arch fronting the Manila City Hall in Taft Avenue (left) with the sign 'Manila Welcomes Distinguished Guests'. Burgos Street to the right. The old Legislative Building (now National Museum), is still in ruins after the war as seen in the background. Some hotels near the old Dewey Boulevard (now Roxas Boulevard) could also be seen.
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Pastedown endpaper of "A Republic is Born", the Official Commemorative Volume on Independence Day, July 4, 1946 |
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The President of the Philippine Republic, Manuel Roxas delivering his inaugural address during the ceremonies attending the Proclamation of the Republic of the Philippines, July 4, 1946. |
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The distinguished guests welcomed by the City of Manila at Luneta to witness the proclamation of Philippine Independence |
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The last Flag of the USA that was used on the occasion of Philippine Independence had 48 stars. |
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Commemorative Medal for Independence Day 1946. |
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Backside of the commemorative medal states: INDEPENDENCE DAY, JULY 4, 1946, MANILA |
All photos from Presidential Museum and Library
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