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Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo and San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora led the 126th Independence Day rites at the Pinaglabanan Shrine.

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Chief Justice 06122024

Adrian Ayalin

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<p>Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo and San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora led the 126th Independence Day rites at the Pinaglabanan Shrine.</p>

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Battle of Pinaglabanan should inspire Filipinos vs invaders, poverty: Chief Justice

Adrian Ayalin,

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Published Jun 12, 2024 11:10 AM PHT

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