The Philippine Flag

1. Do you know who are the persons who created the first Philippine Flag?

ans1)    Marcela De Agoncilla

ans2)    Delfina Herbosa De Natividad

2.    When and where was it first raised?

ans)      It was first raised on the Aguinaldo mansion on June 12, 1898 at Kawit, Cavite

3. Do you know what does the pictures symbolize in the Philippine Flag?

ans1)    The three(3) stars symbolize the three(3) largest islands in the Philippines, which are the Luzon, Visayas & Mindanao.

ans2)    The sun symbolize the gigantic road to progress and civilization achieved by the people

ans3)    The eight rays on the sun represents the first eight provinces who revolted against the Spanish rule.

1) Rizal 2) Batangas 3) Bulacan 4) Cavite 5)Laguna  6) Nueva Ecija  7) Pampanga 8) Tarlac

ans4)    The equal sides of the triangle symbolize the equality among men

4. Do you know what does the color symbolize in the Philippine Flag?

ans)      White - Purity and Peace

            Blue - Unity among people

            Red - Will and Readiness to fight or sacrifice one's life for the country

5. How do we display the Philippine Flag?

ans1)    In time of Peace - The flag should have its blue strip on top

            In time of War - Ther flag should have its red strip on top

6. Additional Information

ans1)    The flag should not be used in part or as a whole of a costumes

ans2)    The flag should not be used as a curtain.

ans3)    The flag should not be displayed in cockpits, dance hall and other areas that can affect the moral  image of the Flag.

ans4)    The flag should not be used as unveiling material in unveiling ceremonies

ans5)    Worn-out flags should not be used as a rag or at any cleaning purposes

ans6)    Faded or worn-out flags should be replaced immediately. Upon replacing the flag the faded or worn- out flag should   be burned.

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