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Elizalde, J. M. (Joaquin Miguel), 1896-1965

President Truman's Remarks Upon Accepting a Rock of Corregidor From the People of the Philippines

Philippine Ambassador to the United States Joaquin M. Elizalde introduces Maj. Manuel Acosta and Col. Harry Peck, who present President Harry S. Truman with a rock from Corregidor as a gift from the people of the Philippines. President Truman follows with remarks delivered at 12:10 p.m. in his office at the White House. Col. Peck and Maj. Acosta took part in the action of Corregidor and Bataan during World War II. The presentation took place during Philippine Achievement Week, which marked the progress of the Philippine Republic during its 5 years of independence.

President Truman's Remarks Upon Accepting a Rock of Corregidor From the People of the Philippines

Philippine Ambassador to the United States Joaquin M. Elizalde introduces Maj. Manuel Acosta and Col. Harry Peck, who present President Harry S. Truman with a rock from Corregidor as a gift from the people of the Philippines. President Truman follows with remarks delivered at 12:10 p.m. in his office at the White House. Col. Peck and Maj. Acosta took part in the action of Corregidor and Bataan during World War II. The presentation took place during Philippine Achievement Week, which marked the progress of the Philippine Republic during its 5 years of independence.

Truman Signs P.L. 82-21 Surrounded by Legislation Supporters

President Harry S. Truman (seated) signing Public Law 82-21 which authorized funeral and burial benefits, including burial flags, for Commonwealth Army veterans residing in the Philippines. Behind the President are supporters of the legislation comprised of members of the Philippine government including Philippine Ambassador J.M. Elizalde (third from left) and Philippine Representatives Atilano Cinco and Ramon Magsaysay (second and third from right). Standing center is American Ambassador Emmet O'Neal. Others are unidentified.

Emmet O'Neal With Filipino Leaders

United States Ambassador Emmet O'Neal with Philippine leaders, who worked together to get the Philippine Veterans Bill reported out of the United States House of Representatives. From left to right: Philippine Representative Ramon Magsaysay; Ambassador O'Neal; Philippine Ambassador to the United States Joaquin Elizalde; and Philippine Representative Atilano Cinco.

John O'Donnell Swearing In

John O'Donnell (second from right) is sworn in as a Commissioner of the Philippine War Damage Commission. Also pictured: Under Secretary of the Interior Oscar Chapman (left); Judge Richmond B. Keech (second from left); and Joaquin M. Elizalde, Filipino Ambassador to the United States. From: Oscar Chapman Scrapbook