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By: La Union Provincial Tourism Office (LUPTO) | Photos By: LUPTO | Date: February 17, 2022
The Provincial Government of La Union (PGLU) and the Municipal Government of Burgos, La Union joined the nation in remembering the 150th martyrdom anniversary of Frs. Jose Burgos, Mariano Gomes, and Jacinto Zamora known as the GOMBURZA, through a wreath laying ceremony in front of Burgos Town Hall, today February 17, 2022.
Municipality of Burgos Mayor Robert B. Madarang, Jr. and Mr. Arthur S. Cortez, Jr., LUPTO Officer-in-Charge representing Gov. Francisco Emmanuel βPacoyβ R. Ortega III offered the wreath in front of the monument of Fr. Burgos during a flag raising ceremony attended by municipal employees and officers of Burgos Police Station. With the theme, βGOMBURZA: Pamana ng Paglilingkod at Pag-aalay,β Mayor Madarang emphasized the significance in commemorating the heroic sacrifice of Fr. Burgos from which the town was named after. Mr. Cortez underscored PGLUβs commitment in the preservation of cultural and historical identity of the province towards a #StrongerLaUnion.
Fr. Burgos, believed to be the most prominent among the three, was seen fulfilling the interests of the secular Filipino priests during the 19th century. Burgosβ intelligence and influence are reflected in his studies and recognitions gained, finishing five degrees and two doctorates at a young age. GOMBURZA's martyrdom in 1872 cemented their legacy in Philippine history. The unfair trial they received awakened the Filipinos to abusive Spanish treatment, igniting a desire to be free from oppressions. #GomBurZa150
