Manila, Feb. 14 -- An exhibit featuring the works of renowned Filipino painters, including National Artist Fernando Amorsolo, was opened to the public in Taguig City as the country commemorates the 80th anniversary of Liberation of Manila during World War II.

The "Liberation of Manila: 80 Years of Remembrance through Art" exhibit invites audiences to reflect on the destruction and resilience experienced during one of the most significant events in Philippine history through the lens of Amorsolo, Diosdado Lorenzo, Nena Saguil, and Galo Ocampo.

US Ambassador to Manila MaryKay Carlson graced the opening of the exhibit on Thursday, which runs until Feb. 25 at the Visitor Center of the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial.

"Art has the pow...