DEVASTATING! The Story EVERY Filipino Needs To Know...
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- In this emotional vlog, we visit the BGC American Cemetery in Manila to uncover the stories from the Philippines' involvement in World War 2.
The heartbreaking truth about the sacrifices made by Filipino soldiers and their families during this devastating period of history is something that needs to be shared and remembered.
Join us as we explore the American cemetery and discover the untold stories of bravery and heroism. We shed light on the history that still impacts the Philippines today.
During the video you'll see how impressed I was with the BGC American Cemetery - it's a beautiful facility and it's kept immaculately well.
I hope this vlog helps spread awareness and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices these heroes made during such a difficult time.
Timestamps:
00:00 - 02:34 First Thoughts of American Cemetery BGC
02:35 - 04:32 Exploring the Central Monument
04:33 - 06:53 100,000 Deaths - The Liberation of the Philippines
06:54 - 08:45 The Tower and Museum
08:46 - 11:50 Reflection
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Thank you for posting this video. My uncle's names is inscribed on a panel in that beautiful cemetery, which i will probably never see. He was one of 1,000+ men who died in the sinking of the USS Houston on Feb. 1, 1942. He was only 23 when he sacrificed everything, while his three siblings all survived for 70+ more years. I truly appreciate anyone who takes the times to reflect on the high cost paid for lives of luxury hundreds of millions people live today.
My uncle was a Phil Scout, stationed there at Ft McKinley before the war and fought defensive battles from Pangasinan to Bataan and finally Corregidor. Some of his buddies are buried there. My other uncle was USAFFE, he died at Camp O'Donnell in Capas, Tarlac shortly after the Bataan Death March. Growing up back in the 1960's, April 9 was a solemn day, most of the adults (parents) experienced the war and they never let us, kids forget the hardships and misery they endured and always be grateful to God for our many blessings.
A beautifully kept cemetery and memorial for the people who sacrificed their lives for the freedom we now enjoy. Rest in peace brave souls and thank you.
Ya thats the filipino way to thankful all The US soldier and different soldier around the world to comemorate the life of all soldier to get our freedom giving a good and nice cemetery
What freedom?US GOVERNMENT will kill our leader if they cannot control him.and they've done it so many times.they are the reason why our Philippine armed forces became the weakest even here in asia lol.
They didn't fight for OUR FREEDOM! they are the one who occupied Philippines before the japanese came.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA? Who called and order president abnoy aquino "their puppet" to call out our navy in the west Philippine sea to standowm go back to barracks and dont fight the chinese?Its the US GOVERNMENT!
See my comments...they will delete all of it so they can fool us again ajr again lol
FILIPINOS AND AMERICANS FOUGHT SIDE BY SIDE FOR FREEDOM. GOD BLESS PHILIPPINES AND UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
To all the WW2 heroes buried here. American, Australian and Filipino fallen soldiers, thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice. May God welcome you all in the eternal resting place in heavenly paradise.
I think the deceased Aussies ,God rest there soul , escaped from POW camps in Sarawak .We were busy fighting the japanese further south .
Gratitude and Respect to all the soldiers who dedicated and sacrificed their lives during WW2 ❤
Your story left me speechless.
American cemetery in Manila is the biggest American cemetery in the world. But those Americans buried there are those who died in the Philippines and neighboring small countries.
"Freedom is not Free." Simple sentence yet have a deep impact for all those armies who sacrifices their lives. Snappy salute to all each brave soldiers who valiantly serve in their respective countries!!!!
A lot of peoplle have made videos of the Fil - Am Cemetery in BGC, but not as in-depth as Craig has done here. As expected, video quality, music and narration are on point (eerily solemn and somewhat moving). Kudos to you man, for taking time to research this. I'm actually learning more about PH history from Craig's YT channel than what I've learned in school back in the day :)
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This is where my Father-in-law was laid to rest, he was a soldier in Philippine Air Force . It's my family's routine to visit his tomb every time we come to the city. You missed seeing the Philippine Presidents tombs, it in a far back where you were. I thank God for all the souls who fought for the Philippine Independence. To God be the Highest Glory🙏 More power to your channel, God bless.
My uncle was a reservist soldier during the war and died during the Bataan death march. We still visit his memorial cross in the Libingan ng mga Bayani. His memory lives with us and we are so proud of him!! Thank you, Craig for this most wonderful video. God bless!!
That's fascinating Mike, can't imagine going through what your uncle had to. Thanks for your kind words🙏
So with my uncle, who according to info, he was joining the Death March to Capas, Tarlac and it's so devastating that we cannot ask for help from other nations as it's World War ll.
I thank him for his service. You should be proud of him as he is a war hero. I'm proud of all who honorably served and who are serving in the military to keep us free.
@@victorpadua584 4:14 😮
Yes, These USMC with the Filipino marines fought long and hard against the Japanese.. against all Odds. They hold out long and could of been saved.. yet no help ever came. RIP Hero
My grandfather is a war veteran he died at age of 97 😢
Big salute to all the soldiers..
Rest in peace 🙏
Congratulations for explaining to us how the American cemetery came about. You are the only vlogger who explained everything so clearly and it was really touching. Looking forward to your future vlogs about the Philippines.
As a Filipino American, l will definitely visit that place to pay respect to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Same.
My dad was assigned a year before the return of US soldiers as a radioman to keep communications open between the resistance and US command. It’s why I came to the RP in 2003 to walk in my dad’s footsteps. What many don’t know is that many of the bodies were repatriated as per the families request.
Now retired I spend 6 months each year in the RP and love the people of thePhilippines. Living in Taguig allowed me to visit this peaceful place. It’s well worth the time to reflect on the cost of Freedom.
A tragedy that can't be forgotten 💔 😢 😔 thanks again MABUHAY PHILIPPINES....GOD BLESS EVERYONE 🙏 ❤ ♥ 💖 😊 💕 🙏
People forget but history will live on ~
Filipino children really need to know this history and about this place. -- Their people were a proud and tremendously brave bunch back then so that all may be free today ! -- American's were allied with their efforts to be free and remain so to this day. -- Recently partnered again with 4 naval bases in the S. China sea for protection from a ruthless Chinese Navy in recognized international waters. -- This is wonderful reminder here that - " freedom isn't free " - a terrible price was paid !
Historians said that the battle of Manila was also known as Stalingrad of the Far East.
A must visit for the American soldiers when they come to the Philippines especially with the joint forces military exercises
I took my son there in 2006. It's heart-stopping. For every US serviceman laid to rest, there is an equal number (if not more) Filipino Scouts listed there.
Nicely done sir, as a lifetime military gentleman with long service in Asia I sincerely hope to visit my brother's resting there..... with honor.
Philippines, the land of smiling warriors
Every American needs to know.
Filipino and American Soldiers Died here in he Philippines with Honor
They died so that we may now live happy and free. Rest in peace, heroes we are forever indebted to you. Thank you America, the Philippines loves you.
Perfect timing watching this video. Today is Memorial Day here in the USA. We honor all the service members that gave the ultimate sacrifice for this country. Not just here but around the world especially there in my home country the Philippines. I’m myself is a retired service member here but there is nothing compare what this service member have to give to have this freedom that we have right now. Thank you for sharing this video and God Bless the men and women of all the service members that gave the ultimate sacrifice around the world especially the USA and the. Philippines 🇵🇭 🇺🇸. I will definitely visit that place when I go back home. Thank you Craig.
Unbelievable how much Manila has changed since I was there in 1968. There were no skyscrapers back then. Spent a full day at this cemetery and still did not get to take it all in. Tugs at your heart strings to learn what these people endured and the sacrifice they made in the name of freedom.
My father was a Navy Captain and buried at the Libingan Ng Mga Bayani, we always visited him. Anyway thanks for featuring all the fallen heroes from WW2.
Ohhh why I'm crying to watch this ..Thank you Craig for capturing this video..Rest in peace all brave soldiers 🙏🏻
I think world leaders should be the the first one to visit places like this to appreciate peace and renounce war. We are at an era where there is uncertainty again, the world is so closed to being plunge into war again. It saddens me.
U.S.presidents who have come here in the P.H.,visit this cemetery .
My father was a WW2 veteran who fought together with the american soldiers against Japanese forces. He died in 2017 at age 98. We didnt bury him in this memorial park because it's very far from our place. Thanks for showing the world of this america's biggest cemetery here in the Philippines.🇵🇭🌹🌹🌹
@Brandon McHenry Yes he surely met his friends now. He talked a lot about his american friends. And I cant forget those stories, because he made a book about his life, childhood, life before war and after war. He didnt go to the US after war but he became US citizen and had enjoyed the fruits of his labor as US army. im proud son here. Thanks.
You can't bury it either way in this memorial cemetery because it is only exclusive for the fallen soldiers of World War II, not for survivors. You can bury your father at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, which is where soldiers who died in today's era rest. Anyways RIP to your father and thanks to him for serving our country.
@@JC0820 MALI po bossing ang impormasyon nasagap mo. Beterano ka ba? Kalilibing lang dyan sa sementeryo na yan ang father in law ng niece ko na Fil/am veteran....sa mga baterano lang po yan...at meron din nga po for info hospital para sa mga beterano pinoy man o kano dito sa QC. Di ko na e detalye kasi kung may beterano layo sa pamilya mo ay dapat nyo mga karapatan nila....be informed darling if u have a Fil Am veteran in ur family.
@@pinoyislander4400 Ulitin ko wala ng nililibing dyan sa American cemetery, dyos ko po ipaglalaban mo pa. Punta ka dyan hanap ka ng kakalibing lang. Kapag may nakita ka na ang kamatayan ay hindi during world war 2 e ikaw na. 😂😂😂😂
My mother was 8 my Dad 9 years old when WWII broke in the Pacific. My parent's family were forced to leave their homes and evcuated in the mountains of Nueva Vizcaya in the island of Luzon, Philippines.
My paternal grandparents home were burned, their crops and farm animals were seized by the Japanese. They flee to the mountains leaving all their belongings behind. 😢
My father in law enlisted in the US army when war broke and fought in New Guinea and in the historic Battle of Leyte, in the Philippines.
Never even knew that there is that gorgeous cemetery in the Philippines. I used to live there, but wasn’t aware of it. Thanks for sharing that part of our history.
11:18 That background shot reminds me of the final scene from
Saving Private Ryan ✝
This video serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by both Filipinos and Americans during World War 2. It emphasizes the significance of commemorating and paying tribute to the courage and heroism of those who fought for our liberty. Witnessing the strong bond between these two nations is truly heartening, and it is a testament to the unwavering friendship that exists between the Philippines and the United States.
Except giving the veterans benefits of Filipinos drafted into the US Military who served in the World War ll. What a shame for the US government!
@@marciannatolentino2474 There you go again: toxicity at work, even if the comments have positive vibes, always finds ways to make them negative. Are you a claimant? Even war veterans of the USA still have this same issue today; it is not only the Filipinos. Those Filipino soldiers who died didn't fight just for the benefits you are talking about; they fought for our freedom. It was their selfless duty, not a duty for the USA. So don't always put those benefits in every fcking comment; you're disgusting and making those heroes look like they only joined the war because they would get money from the US government.
@@marciannatolentino2474 I agree. The americans treated the Filipinos like rugs.
@@Armageddon13121 I respectfully disagree with your statement. Both Filipinos and Americans made sacrifices during World War 2. American soldiers fought alongside Filipino soldiers in the Philippines, and many lost their lives in the battle. The US also provided significant military and economic aid to the Philippines during the war.
@@EduardoAchondoignore these kids.
BGC is formerly an American Camp which is called Fort Mckinley then it was turned over to the Philippine Military and was named Fort Bonfacio in honor of Andres Bonifacio who led the revolt against against the Spaniards to gain independence however assassinated by henchmen believed to be Generals led by Emilio Aguinaldo who established the Philippines Revolutionay Goverment then years later it was turned ito a Business Center and was named today as Bonifacio Global City..👍
Thanks for sharing Raul. Never knew that 👍
Yeas, it's true that before its name is Ft. William McKinley and I've learned that when I was in the Elementary grade many years ago.
Awesome video of the American Miltary Cemetery. The solemn music, narrative, detailed description of the sacrifices made by both Filipino and American defenders is without a doubt is the best video made by a vlogger in the Philippines. The Medal of Honor is the U.S. Armed Forces highest military decoration and is awarded to recognize American military members for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty. The medal is normally awarded by the President of the U.S. Thank you so much for this video. ~ Retired U.S. Air Force (1974-1998) Fil-Am veteran.
Thanks Michael 😊
I am a Filipino but I do not know the whole story and view of listings to those who died in war until I hear and see this vlog.
Thanks kuya vlogger.
watching from Mis.Or.
You should go to Corregidor the ultimate history book you will ever learn about WWII. Corregidor is just 30 perry ride from BGC.
YEP! My grandfather was a USAF gunner in Corregidor. My mother, is very special - she was born there.
I wish i could bring her remain and bury there when she passed in Canada.
Thanks for the tip. I'll try to check it out
Thank you Let me share this. Cheers!
ALL THE VLOGGERS WHO FEATURES THIS CEMETERY IN BGC ,I LOVE 💕 THIS VIDEOS THE MOST WELL NARRATIVE , THANKS FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL VIDEOS AWESOME…. GOD BLESS YOU ✌️👍👍👍👍👍👌🙌💕🇺🇸
"" THIS VLOG IS HEART BREAKING,, VERY TOUCHING,,
AND VERY EMOTIONAL FEELINGS THAT POTRAY HOW THOSE BRAVE FILIPINO AND OUR AMERICAN BROTHERS FOUGHT SIDE BY SIDE, SHOULDER TO SHOULDER & DIED FOR THE SAKE OF FREEDOM AND JUSTICE OF OUR BELOVED MOTHER LAND PHILIPPINES""
Been there to visit and pay homage to all the sacrifices these American and Filipino soldiers that enable me to immigrate and live in the USA.
Looks like heaven it’s peaceful
Thats how pilipino gives them tribute, , keeping them stay peaceful and in paradise on earth, ,
How terrifying whenitcomes to war , , my huge respect and salute to all heroes
I visited that cemetery when i was in Manila in 2022; it was very humbling...very well kept; the museum was also wonderful.
An outstanding tour of what is probably the most beautiful and peaceful place in the Philippines. I live in the Philippines, and do have a relative buried at that cemetery in BGC, Captain James E. McMillan, Army Air Force, died in a plane crash on Luzon in the Philippines on April 4, 1945. A graduate of Princeton University, he entered the service in February 1941, ten months before Pearl Harbor, and served nearly the entire war in the Pacific fighting in the New Guinea, Australia, Netherlands East Indies, and Philippine campaigns. The sacrifices there were huge. About 17,000 are buried there, and another 36,285, whose bodies were not able to be recovered, are Memorialized in the large memorial. It is the largest American Military Cemetery outside of the United States.
Yes, this is my father's (bless him) resting place a vet of the death march and WW2. Bless too, all who are resting here.
WOW ! i'VE SEEN A LOT COVERED THIS. BUT THIS ONE IS REALLY EMOTIONALLY TOUCHING.
Thanks Bart, glad you enjoyed it
Wow! That looks so beautiful and well kept at the same time so sad and emotional. Thank you for sharing it. Others sacrificed their life for our freedom😢.
We've visited this place . It'ss so touching and amazing Fil-Am memorial place. . God bless to all.
Craig this is such a moving and emotional video. Such brave souls who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. I felt so sad and gave me goosebumps watching it. You did an amazing job and I thank you. I loved it that the whole video is about the American Cemetery. Other vloggers showed a short glimpse. I always wished it was longer.
To all the Brave Men and Women Serving: I thank you for your service! God bless you all and your families.
Thanks Amalia 🙏
Filipino servicemen who fought along side with the Americans are also buried there side by side. The Philippines was American colony then commonwealth, not too many people knows this.
BIG SALUTE and BIG RESPECT to the fallen soldier, specially to our allied force, to sacrifice their life, , the story will never be forgotten,
That's where my father's friend Buried I really miss him ❤❤
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ most informative vlog on this historical cemetery yet. Thanks.
Thanks Pol 😊
First time seeing this cemetery. Thank you for this video and thank you to the American soldiers who with our Filipino soldiers gave the ultimate sacrifice to liberate the Philippines from its invaders so we can now enjoy our freedoms.
Truly divine...thanks for sharing with this remarkable history 👏 🙌 ❤ 🙏 🌹
this is the best vlog i've watched about the American Cemetery. i've felt so emotional while watching and i was praying for the souls of our war heroes🙏..so much respect in Craig's words and actions all throughout the video.
Thanks Tett 🙏
Like my grandpa said the ww2 against Japanese were really brutal he also took part and defended the country together with the fil-chi community which is also buried there and also hand in hand fought with Americans there was a medal they gave out in accordance with it. I hope everyone who fought in ww2 will not be forgotten they fought for the freedom of this generation and it should not be wasted.
i think you are the only vlogger who filmed and narrated the story of the memorial cemetery this wsy. it' is beatifully done.
That cemetery and Intramuros are two of the best attractions Metro Manila has to offer.
Beautiful and very touching.
My father was denied veterans benefit because the US do not honour the records provided by the Philippine Army that my father was drafted by the US SEATO to fight in World War II. My father retired as a full colonel in the AFP having continued his service after the war ended. The US did all they can to deny our Filipino veterans benefits. They passed all sorts of legislation to block this.
and that sir why its just not worth fighting for any government,
Because it seems to America we are nothing but assets.
@@stephenadams9767 Did they? They fought for their children's freedom. It is mostly the survivor's families that have issues with these benefits, but the ones who really fought in the war don't mind much because they are living with what they fought for while their companions who died never tasted it, hence they are thankful. Always, it is the families; it may be American or Filipino bringing up this issue; it is as if they are the ones who fought for the country. 😂😂😂😂😂
@@JC0820 can see you are a good citizen god bless you
This is not the first time I heard like that.
Indeed freedom is not free. Thanks for the wonderful and emotional video, Craig this is much appreciated. appreciated.
Thats a proved of Philippines Americans solders they fight together until the last breath of there life..to protect our country salute.
Thank you Craig for this vdeo.
i can’t help myself but cry…thinking all these soldiers that fought for freedom. I would love to go there and visit and give respect to those heroes that gave their lives unconditionally for the sake of Freedom. 😢
You should pay a visit if you're in Manila for sure!
Salute Gratitude and Respect to the Sacrifices the Brave heroes who gave the last ounce of their courage and their sacred life for us new Generations of Filipinos and American enjoy now in our everyday life the taste of our freedom! That we i turn when we are called upon to defend this sacred freedom will willingly do the same as our forefathers heroes! They hollow the ground in which they lay in Peace and let perpetual light shine upon them! May they be blessed and rest in Peace! Our present generation should carry their Torch of Love for Freedom and Peace k!
Craig, what an emotional and touching presentation wonderfully done. Even though I'm of Filipino heritage before acquiring American Citizenship, I never knew about this place till now. It touched me profoundly, to say the least. Hopefully a lot of people, not just Filipinos, would watch this and be more appreciative of those who gave their lives for us. Thank you so much.
Thank you 🙏
Thank you for thevideo. You deserve a million subs
Thank you 🤞
My father was a World War II Veteran-a Philippine Army- USAFFE- He suffered a lot like our heroes in that time both Filipinos and American. He is one of the Prisoners of war. His work is to dig a soil wherein the died soldiers both Filipinos and Americans will put into grave. He doesn't want to hold the death because he think that one day he will be the one to put in the grave lifeless. that's why he preferred to dig the grave for them.
until such time Death March came. my father thankful to God because many of them survived. I am proud to my father and to all the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the sake of freedom. He is telling his story to his grand children and us his children of what was happening during that time, and he was crying all the time. I used their stories to my students how they sacrificed their lives- for the love of our country. He died last July, 1998 but he is not buried in the Libingan ng mga Bayani. Salute to all the soldiers. We love you.
Philippines should be considered special ally of U. S. Because of shared sacrifices during WW2. Sadly it was not maintained
Thank you very much Craig for this fantastic job! Gonna share it on Facebook too!! So touching indeed! We have a close relative who died on that death march whose remains were never recovered!!
Thank you for sharing... Gone but not forgotten.
Strong alliance philippine and US 😍💂👮❤💪
The Battle of Manila is the reason why there are only a few Spanish colonial buildings to be found in Manila.
Never knew that - makes total sense! Thanks for sharing :)
Yeah, Manila was so beautiful before WWII, the beautiful Spanish architectures all over Manila were completely decimated. A lot of Spanish-Filipinos were also killed by the Japanese at that time.
@@yeetah42025 if im not mistaken, the Japanese soldiers only known to visit but not to declare war, they were welcomed open arms in Pearl Harbor, but later they declare war with Americans😢 thats what my Grandfather said, in Visayas they all fled to the mountains to hide and they all hide their food under the soil. If they cook food they should hide the fire or smoke coz Japanese may discover their location. They took and rape all the ladies and killed the kids and fight the the man or made them slaves😢
So bad, i cant imagine. Our school was a grave site of the dead soldiers and civilians..
Possible reason why Japanese and American fights was Language barrier😢 just my thoughts
@@yeetah42025 The Paris of south east asia.
That's why it's called the Asian Stalingrad
Thank you so much for making this video, my grandfather died in world war 2❤️❤️❤️
9:50 great perspective at the end! As a foreigner living in the Philippines, I hope you continue to do well!
THANK YOU FOR SHARING, BROTHER.
Even the WW2 are very brutal tragedy here in the Phillipines,made by the Japanese to Filipino and American soldiers on 1945. But now you see po,the three Country are unite and friends. Especially Filipino we dont hate Japanese, The past is the past.we forgive them.We foreigners.
Thank you for showing this to us. Remember our fallen heroes of the 2nd World War too on Memorial Day!
Thank you for a sensitive short documentary on the American Cemetery in Manila!
Not sure how I'm only just seeing this but what an eerily beautiful video. Totally get what you mean about how lucky we are and the everyday things we complain about pale into insignificance in comparison😥
Thanks so much..
Yes, Manila was the meat grinder of the Pacific that saw many lives lost including these brave Americans who fought side by side with our fellow compatriots against the invading Japanese forces. Japanese army were dug in deep building per building basically and in process the Americans were forced to bombared them with artillery fire for days on end destroying Manila entirely the Japanese killed 100,000 of civilians lives. In the walls of Intramuros alone 16,700 Japanese lost their lives there trying to defend it. When you go there now you still see bullet holes and artillery rounds on the walls. Get goose bumps when I go there, but wish I can go there more often as I don't live to far away.
By the ways You've helped our country thank you americans soldier for helping us in the battle against Japanese soldiers in world war 2.
Nice one sir...
There is another cemetery at Camp John Hay, Baguio City. I felt sad when I saw their graves specially in knowing that a lot of them are just in their teens and early twenties. And that their parents had never seen them again. Praying for their souls
😢🙏.
It shows How deep the Philippines and american relationship, even in death.
To all the good soldiers around the world (past and present) my sincerest gratitude and respect to all of you. THANK YOU FIR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE FOR US. May God keep you all safe, healthy both in mind and body.
A place to spend the upcoming memorial weekend unfortunately I am too far from it but will definitely visit on my next trip to the Philippines
I never knew that the USMC participate in WW2 philippines thanks for sharing this.
My God, I didn't have any idea that this sacred place exists in the heart of my country! Great souls that gave me my freedom! Thank you very much!!!
Very Well Research Thanks Greg I Learned More Of This Videos Very informative ✌️👍👍👍👍✌️👌
I'm proud they are resting in our soil, rest in peace all foreign heroes.
A constant reminder of the sacrifices both American and Filipino troops made during the war. Freedom has its price.
Thank you, Craig. So emotional vlog. Much love to you my friend ❤
In memory of those who fought for peace ❤God bless their souls🙏Thanks for reminding the world that this is an example of how destructive world war is.. We learn from the past so that there would never be another war in the future🙏.Great content and full support on your channel.Thanks for loving the Philippines as your second home.✅️