DUMAGUETE CITY, April 26 -- A Negros Oriental Heroes Wall is set for construction this year in this provincial capital to honor the fallen veterans who fought alongside allied forces during World War II.

Veterans Federation of the Philippines's Sons and Daughters Association Inc. (VFP-SDAI) district president, retired Judge Rafael Crescencion Tan, made the announcement Friday during the city's commemoration of the 79th Liberation Day from Japanese occupation at the Quezon Park here.

"The Negros Oriental Heroes Wall will be built on the left side of the Col. Roman T. Yap old building at the Silliman University ball field and will serve as a memorial and testament to the bravery and courage of our local war veterans," Tan said.

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