Happy
Independence Day.. “…the cover was to pay homage to the colors of the
nation in an original, clever and modern way… we hope to pique the
interest of a new generation and raise the question of what it means to e
a Filipino in this day and age.” – Rogue Magazine.
Some
of the Prohibited acts according to SECTION 34 of Republic Act 8491
(Flag Code of 1998 ) are (a) To wear the flag in whole or in part as a
costume or uniform; (b) To print, paint or attach representation of the
flag on handkerchiefs, napkins, cushions,
and other articles of merchandise;i(c) To use, display or be part of
any advertisement or infomercial. Unless said law is repealed or
amended, the above photo is a violation of the law. The National
Historical Institute reminds us that the use the Philippine flag as
props or costume is an incorrect way of expressing nationalism NHI said
that It is disheartening to see flags desecrated and stripped off of
their significance as our national emblem for nationalism and love of
country. NHI said in its website ". It seems that today’s generation no
longer looks up to the flag with reverence and nationalist fervor, and
oftentimes, they take for granted the meaning of our national flag,
which is sovereignty and unity. "
"The
making of the Philippine Flag by National Artist Fernando Amorsolo.The
flag that we have today was actually an original design by the first
President of the First Philippine Republic, Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo y
Famy. The general subsequently tasked Marcela Marino de Agoncillo
(regarded as the Mother of the Philippine Flag) to sew the first flag
for the new republic, with the help of Marcela’s daughter Lorenza and
Delfina Herbosa de Natividad.
Dear Sir/ Madam,
ReplyDeleteGood day ! I'm Soledad Donoso. I would like to ask a permission to use this photo/photos for educational purposes. I'm making a book that tells about the history of our country , the Philippines. Hoping for your kind consideration on this matter . Thank you .
(The one with the women making a flag)