Magsaysay, Ramon, 1907-1957

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.

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.