Skip to player
Skip to main content
Skip to footer
Search
Connect
Watch fullscreen
Like
Bookmark
Share
Add to Playlist
Report
#PhilippineRepublicDay #FilAmFriendship #July4PH #PinoyPride #FreedomDayPH #ThirdRepublic #PhilippineIndependence #PinoyHeritage #USPhilippinesRelations #SovereigntyCelebration #PhilippineHistory #RwandaLiberationDay #Kwibohora #Liberation94 #RwandaStrong
VISIONARRATOR
Follow
7/4/2025
#PhilippineRepublicDay #FilAmFriendship #July4PH #PinoyPride #FreedomDayPH #ThirdRepublic #PhilippineIndependence #PinoyHeritage #USPhilippinesRelations #SovereigntyCelebration #PhilippineHistory #RwandaLiberationDay #Kwibohora #Liberation94 #RwandaStrong #NeverAgain #UnityAndReconciliation #RwandaRemembers #GenocideSurvivors #FromTragedyToTriumph #RwandanResilience #PeaceAndProgress #HealingRwanda #July4 #FreedomMatters #NationalRebirth
Category
📚
Learning
Transcript
Display full video transcript
00:00
Exposing the hidden meaning in July 4th. It's not just fireworks in the U.S., today we dive into two
00:06
powerful stories of liberation from the Philippines and Rwanda. Let's see how freedom takes on new
00:13
meaning across continents. Let's start with the Philippines. On July 4th, 1946, the U.S. officially
00:20
recognized Philippine independence, ending nearly 50 years of colonial rule. It was a major diplomatic
00:26
milestone. Today it's known as Philippine Republic Day or Filipino-American Friendship Day, marking
00:32
both sovereignty and international partnership. These days, it's celebrated quietly by embassies,
00:38
but Filipino-American communities in the U.S. keep the spirit alive with parades and cultural events.
00:43
Now, over in Rwanda, July 4th marks Liberation Day, the end of the horrific 1994 genocide.
00:50
When the Rwandan Patriotic Army seized Kigali, it didn't just stop the violence,
00:55
it sparked a national rebirth. Modern Rwanda honors this with emotional ceremonies,
01:02
survivor stories, and a focus on unity and rebuilding. Two countries, one date, and a powerful
01:08
reminder, freedom isn't one size fits all. Sometimes it's about partnership, sometimes about survival and hope.
Recommended
0:56
|
Up next
Pinoys love Duterte, not Marcos--Alvarez
Manila Bulletin
3/21/2025
1:24:10
Live: Filipino stars Martin Nievera and Arci Munoz at the Philippine Independence Day celebration
Gulf News
2/12/2025
2:26
If ex-President Duterte dies, Bato hopes it's in the Philippines
Manila Bulletin
7/10/2025
6:55
FULL SPEECH: Marcos on Independence Day: The true enemy of freedom is apathy
Manila Bulletin
6/12/2025
0:15
Happy Independence Day!
GMA Network
6/11/2025
2:28
Duterte's ICC detention used by Marcos to stifle dissent—VP Sara
Manila Bulletin
7/20/2025
3:02
Ex-president Duterte again brings up PBBM’s alleged drug addiction at PDP-Laban proclamation rally
Manila Bulletin
2/13/2025
5:10
Año denies being part of 'grand conspiracy' in ex-President Duterte's arrest
Manila Bulletin
3/20/2025
4:07
Marcos leads flag-raising at Luneta for 127th Independence Day
Manila Bulletin
6/12/2025
1:02
VP Sara on Rizal Day: Stand by what is right
Manila Bulletin
12/30/2024
1:40
Marcos tells Filipinos: Honor and preserve war heroes' legacy
Manila Bulletin
2/23/2025
1:55
Romualdez praises Marcos admin for leading Philippines' exit from dirty money grey list
Manila Bulletin
2/22/2025
1:00
Philippine Embassy’s assistance to jailed Duterte reflects Marcos' compassion--solon
Manila Bulletin
3/14/2025
2:22
VP Sara tells Pinoys to defend freedom against oppressors
Manila Bulletin
6/12/2025
3:22
VP Sara disputes Trump's remarks : It's the US militarizing PH
Manila Bulletin
4 days ago
0:53
'Ligtas na kayo, kabayan': 8 Filipino caregivers repatriated from conflict-torn Israel
Manila Bulletin
7/4/2025
6:40
Duterte’s ICC Arrest| Philippines Senate Stuns With Duterte Arrest Video Before Interrogation Begins
Oneindia
3/21/2025
1:19
Departure honors para kay outgoing President Duterte, nakahanda na
GMA Integrated News
6/30/2022
7:54
Marcos-Duterte proclaimed Philippine president-elect, VP-elect | Evening wRap
rapplerdotcom
5/25/2022
0:49
On Family Day, VP Duterte reminds Filipinos of present food crisis
Manila Bulletin
9/23/2024
0:30
Bongbong Marcos ipinagmalaki ang 2 taon na magandang takbo ng investment sa bansa
Sunsky Videos
5/4/2025
1:08
‘I’m pro-Philippines': VP Sara refutes silence on China issue
Manila Bulletin
5/7/2025
4:01
Palau president thanks Filipinos for saving his father's life, helping Palau's development
Manila Bulletin
2/24/2025
2:56
Filipino expatriates in the UAE celebrate 119th Philippine Independence Day
Gulf News
2/12/2025
4:01
Marcos Vs Duterte Feud HEATS UP!!! Millions in Philippines Vote | Rodrigo Duterte Runs For Mayor
Oneindia
5/12/2025