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September 3, 1899. Jose Palma’s poem published.

September 3, 1899. La Independencia newspaper published Jose Palma’s poem.

The poem became the lyrics for the Marcha Nacional Filipina of Julian Felipe, thereby completing a national anthem for the Philippines.

Sampaguita Blooms in Japan

Photograph by Wilma Mack. Sampaguita is the national flower of the Philippines. While believe to be a transplant, originating from South Asia (i.e., India), Sampaguita, for many reasons became integral in Filipino life and culture. Sampaguita, in the romantic Filipino soul, evokes the essence of true love -- "Sumpa Kita", thus the Filipino name, "Sampaguita" -- embodied various Filipino folk...

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