South Korea and the Philippines remain united for 70 years now since the Korean War in June 1950. During this month of celebration, the two countries unite hand-in-hand against a more daunting enemy known as COVID-19.
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Filipino soldiers receive Taegeuk Medal South Korea’s highest medal for bravery
Two Filipino soldiers received the coveted “Taegeuk Medal” (Medal for Valor), South Korea’s highest military decoration given to a soldier for bravery in combat during the Korean War. The recipients were retired Maj. Maximo Young and the late Capt. Conrado D. Yap, both members of the famed 10th Battalion Combat Team (BCT) of the Philippine […]
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