Animations Experience the stories of veterans and activists brought to life through short animations, ranging from firefights in the jungle to protests in Congress.
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The First Broken Promise War breaks out between American troops and Philippine Revolutionaries. Once allies against the Spanish, they are now enemies. Devastation and bloodshed ensue.
Bonds Between Nations After the war, American colonial presence shifts from a military occupation to civilian rule, while Filipinos continue to advocate for independence.
Against the Wall The Philippine Constabulary in Manila attempt to stall the Japanese advance. Celestino Almeda escapes occupied Manila and joins the guerrillas.
Escape from Bataan After the fall of Bataan, USAFFE troops undertake a deadly trek to the prison camps. But some escape the Bataan Death March.
The Fall USAFFE forces mount their last stand on the Bataan peninsula. Some of the deadliest fighting of the war occurs and USAFFE is pushed to the brink.
The Liberator During the occupation, guerrillas risked their lives to print and smuggle newspapers containing news critical to the resistance effort.
Under The Hood As the Japanese continue to occupy the Philippines, some Filipinos turn collaborator. Guerrillas must root out spies amongst their neighbors.
Messenger for the Guerrillas Smuggling newspapers through enemy lines is an incredibly dangerous job. One young guerrilla risks everything when he runs into a Japanese patrol.
Women of the Resistance More women served as guerrillas in the Philippines than was typical, several in leadership and combat roles. They led squads, spied on the enemy and fought for their country.
Liberation As USAFFE returns to the Philippines, villages that have long suffered under occupation are finally liberated. But the fighting ahead remains brutal.
Forged Under Fire When a guerrilla band is ambushed and pinned down by machine gun fire, it's up to one fifteen-year-old boy to lead them to victory.
Surrender Party A small guerrilla band is approached by thousands of Japanese Soldiers looking to surrender. As the war is ending, guerrillas ponder what comes next.
A Nation Founded Independence was the dream of many Filipinos for centuries. In 1946, that moment finally comes. but what will happen to Filipino veterans in this new world?
Benefits Denied After the war, Filipino veterans find it almost impossible to claim their benefits. For decades they labor for the rights they earned in the fires of war.
A New Life With Old Wounds New immigration bills open opportunities for Filipinos looking to start anew in America. But many Filipino Americans, especially Veterans, find it difficult to make ends meet.
A Labor of Generations Filipino Veterans and their advocates fight in the U.S. Supreme Court and Congress for recognition, benefits, and citizenship that were denied to them.
America is in the Heart Jon Melegrito grew up accompanying his father to the Office of Veterans Affairs, where his father would apply for benefits. Jon joins the activist movement to advocate on his father's behalf.
Equity at Last For decades, Senator Daniel Inouye and his Chief of Staff Marie Blanco fought for Filipino American Veterans in congress. After 20 years, their labor finally pays off.