Thank you for your interest in the Filipino WWII Veterans Recognition and Education Project (FilVetsREP). As a volunteer run non-profit initiative, we are glad to have the support of people like you who share our commitment to ensuring the lasting legacy of our Filipino WWII veterans and their contribution to the United States.

By indicating your support below, your name will be added to the hundreds of people in our communities who are raising their voices to call on the Congress to recognize our veterans' service with a Congressional Gold Medal. Allowing us to keep in touch with you will keep you informed on the latest updates on our work- we anticipate sending e-mails no more frequently than on a monthly basis and we will NOT share contact information with third parties.

Again, thank you for your shared desire to see our veterans win the recognition they deserve.


LETTER OF SUPPORT:

Dear Members of Congress in the House and Senate:

We, the undersigned, call on the U.S. Congress to pass the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2015 (HR 2737/ S 1555). The men and women of the Philippines and United States performed an invaluable service in defense of both countries from July 26, 1941 to December 31, 1946.
 
They served in the United States Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) with distinction, fighting alongside American soldiers to help defeat the Imperial Japanese Military Forces and liberate the Philippines, a sovereign territory held by the United States.
 
The loyal and valiant Filipino Veterans of World War II fought, suffered, and, in many instances, died in the same manner and under the same commander as other members of the United States Armed Forces during World War II. They served under some of the most severe conditions anywhere in the war effort, including the infamous Bataan Death March, where more than 60,000 Filipino and American soldiers were forced to march over 60 miles through harsh jungle terrain. Manila was second only to Warsaw as the city most devastated during the war.
 
For over 70 years, Filipino Veterans have sought recognition for their courage and selfless sacrifice. Of the 260,000 who fought, less than 18,000 remain today. Despite having their benefits rescinded in 1946, they haven’t wavered in their loyalty to America. U.S. recognition of their service and sacrifice is long overdue. Our nation owes these individuals our deepest and sincere gratitude.
 
We urge you to sign on as co-sponsor of this legislation and once and for all give these Filipino World War II veterans the honor they deserve. Thank you.