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Author: Carlo Soldevilla |
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Date Posted: 23:21:31 12/10/18 Mon Written on December 5, 2018 The religious, cultural icon would soon be back. Now, they’re (balangiga bells) in Guam and will be brought in the Philippines next week. The coins of many Balangiganons—all gathered just to make these bells, creating a beautiful sound. After 100 years, they (the bells) will make Balangiga a tourist place, To many, they’ll serve as an inspiration toward sacred devotion (to G-d). More than lost and found. It’s value is the unity that it creates,’ -0- Could one think (?) that ‘ fashion’ began Balangiga? – When, prior to the massacre, the Balangiganon men dressed like women—as they struggled and found a way to survive during those times when their situation was perilous. -0- Recalling the past: It was the Waray’s routine, that while in the farm, they (Balangiganons) have to bring with them their bolo—but these were confiscated during American occupation. When a lad was molested, fury began in their hearts. -0- Honor is due to Policeman Abanador for leading in this fight. -0- After they killed the Americans, they (Balangiganons) went in hiding. Up in the mountain, under the waterfalls they hid, knowing that the Americans would soon come back for vengeance. -0- When Smith ordered the killing of men, 10 years old and above, those Balangiganons who previously fought against the Americans were already in the safe place near the waterfalls. -0- Smith and his men massacred the Balangiganons. Later, Smith was not given due punishment for the massacre which he did. -0- Balangiga speaks of freedom The bird loosely held in one’s hand has two options: To stay in the hand or to go out (of captivity) and fly. The Balangiganons chose freedom and they paid the price for it. Their courage was exemplary. [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] |