A ceremony to remember the strength of the CHamoru people and honor World War II survivors was held on Tuesday in front of the Mangilao Memorial at the mayor’s office.
Each year in July, Guam pauses to remember the bravery, sacrifice and ingenuity of those who endured the wartime invasion, occupation and liberation of Guam.
Liberation commemoration activities will start this weekend, with details about parade permits for spectators expected to be announced at press conference Friday, according to the governor s office.
Mangilao honors suffering of WWII victims
By Jackson Stephens
A “Hasso Mangilao” or “Remember Mangilao” ceremony to remember the suffering of victims forced to march to Manenggon and the persevering strength of the CHamoru people was held in front of the Mangilao Memorial at the mayor’s office Monday.
An opening invocation was led by Father Joseph English from Santa Teresita Catholic Church. The ceremony was a part of commemorating Guam’s 77th World War II Liberation.
“I am just so happy that we are alive and witnesses and attended this occasion,” said war survivor Derri Paulino, who was 4 years old during her time in Manenggon.