PEFTOK Korean War Memorial Hall

MUSEUM VISITORS: 02 MAY 2026

The PKWMH welcomed the visit of Mr Joo Young-Lim from Sejong, Korea and Ms Mickaella Salvador of Las Pinas City.

They were accommodated by the Shrine Curator.

Photographs Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma and LG Rebecca Cabanting of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

TAPS:

TSG DIEGO BERNALES 530445 SIGNAL CORPS PA (RET)
HQ & HQS COMPANY
14TH BATTALION COMBAT TEAM

12 NOVEMBER 1930-22 APRIL 2026

The PKWMH has recently leaned of the passing of TSG DIEGO BERNALES last 30 April 2026 through their Family from the Province of Batangas and from the United States.

Our condolences to the Family, TSG BERNALES was born on 12 November 1930 in San Luis, Batangas.

He was already a Sergeant when he deployed with the 14th Battalion Combat Team, PEFTOK under the Headquarters and Headquarters Service Company with COL Nicanor Jimenez PA (GSC) Commanding. SGT Bernales was in theater from 03 April 1953 to 10 April 1954.

He passed away on 22 April 2026 at age of 95. He last visited the PKWMH with his Son in 2018. He was interned at the Libingan Ng Mga Bayani last 30 April 2026.

From a Grateful Nation, Thank You for your Service Sir.

Our appreciation to the Family of TSG Bernales namely, Mr Jonathan Bernales, Ms Elizabeth Bernales and Ms Erlinda Camacho for the visit and details.

MUSEUM VISITORS: 01 MAY 2026

Our First museum visitors for the month of May, Mr Paolo Alvarez and Family, he is a descendant of the Battalion Commander of the 19th Battalion Combat Team, COL RAMON AGUIRRE PA (GSC).

They were accommodated by the PKFC Staff.

Photograph Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

MUSEUM VISITORS: 02 MAY 2026

The PKWMH welcomed its 2nd Museum visitor for the month of May, Ms Johany Taeza from the City of Taguig.

She was accommodated by the PKFC Staff.

Photograph Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

MUSEUM VISITORS: 28 APRIL 2026

The PKWMH welcomed the museum visit of Korean Merchant Marine Officers namely Mr Kim, Hyung Bom, Mr Lim, In Chul, Mr Bae, Suh Jool and Captain Elvis Lee of KP Ocean.

They were accommodated by the PKFC Staff.

Photographs Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

MUSEUM VISITORS: 28 APRIL 2026

The PKWMH welcomed the visit of Mr Conrado Bactad from Rosales, Province of Pangasinan. He is the Son of PFC EMILIO BACTAD of the Replacement Coy, 10th Battalion Combat Team, PEFTOK.

He was accommodated by the PKFC Staff.

Photograph Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

MUSEUM VISITORS: 15 APRIL 2026

The PKWMH Welcomed the museum visit of Mr Lito Bonalos, Son of SSG AGRPINO BONALOS of the Replacement Company, 2nd BCT PEFTOK and Mr Leopoldo Cirera of the 10th BCT, PEFTOK, both Families are from the Province of Laguna.

They were accommodated by the PKFC Staff.

Photographs Courtesy of SO Gerry Paloma of the PKFC-OSSI Detachment.

TAPS:

CPL RAFAEL TORRES DANIPOG 503064 INF PA
FIELD ARTILLERY BATTERY
19TH Battalion Combat Team
Philippine Expeditionary Force to Korea (PEFTOK)

Our Condolences to the Family of the late CPL RAFAEL T DANIPOG

CPL DANIPOG joined our almighty creator last April 1, 2026 at the age of 96.

He was born on October 2, 1929.

Prior to his Korean War service, he is a Philippine Scout.

He deployed with the Field Artillery Battery of the 19th Battalion Combat Team under CPT Cesar Flor PA from 10 June 1952 to 02 April 1953.

The 19th BCT was the 3rd PEFTOK Battalion Combat Team that was sent by the Philippines under the UN Command during the Korean Campaign and notable for their exploits during the Battle For Combat Outpost Number 8 in which the Field Artillery Battery showed its mettle against the Chinese Communist Forces exchanging fires for 5 days.

CPL DANIPOG was laid to rest last April 11, 2026 at the Graden of Holy Sacrifice in Santa Ignacia, Tarlac.

May you Rest in Peace Sir and THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE from a Grateful Filipino Nation.

The Philippine-Korea Friendship Center (PKFC) joins the nation in the Commemoration and Replication of the 84th Araw Ng Kagitingan (DAY OF VALOR) with this year's theme “Giting ng Bayani, Pamana sa Salinlahi,”.

Prior to the Flag Ceremony, the Shrine Curator, provided a briefing on the essence of April 9 today in comparison to the experiences and bravery showed by our forefathers fours scores ago reminding us of their resilience and sacrifice they made for us to enjoy the FREEDOM that we have TODAY.

The Philippine-Korea Friendship Center (PKFC) PEFTOK Korean War Memorial Hall joins the nation in commemoration of the 84th ARAW NG KAGITINGAN (DAY OF VALOR) with this year's theme “Giting ng Bayani, Pamana sa Salinlahi,”.

Reminding us that their sacrifice is a guide and inspiration in our continued service to the nation.