TIMELINE OF 10 IMPORTANT EVENTS
ON THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER
By: September Babies
September (Sep.) is the ninth month of
the year in the Gregorian calendar,
coming between August and October.
It has 30 days. Its name comes from the
Latin word sept for "seven" (it was the
seventh month of the year, before
January and February were added to
the beginning of the year.)
TIMELINE OF EVENTS IN
SEPTEMBER
Penafrancia Festival
(1895)
Held in Naga City, the Peñafrancia Festival is one of
the most significant festivals for those who solemnly
practice Marian devotion. Celebrated every
September 13-29. The festival’s highlight is the fluvial
procession which is considered as the most
recognizable event. In which, the image of the Virgin
Mary is paraded on a decorated pagoda along the
Naga River. The image of Nuestra Señora de
Peñafrancia is then carefully placed on a boat filled
with flowers, candles, and other religious decorations
El Trece Martires
Filibusterismo de Cavite
(1891) (1896)
September 18, 1891. Jose Rizal finished his September 12, 1896. A group of revolutionaries
novel El Filibusterismo following the first, Noli from Cavite were executed. They are now
Me Tangere. Both portrayed the struggling life known as the “Trece Martires de Cavite” or the
of the Filipinos under the Spanish rule. thirteen martyrs of Cavite
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TIMELINE OF EVENTS IN
SEPTEMBER
La Independencia Martial Law
(1898) (1972)
On September 3, 1898, La Independencia, In September 23, 1972 Marcos declared martial
the periodical organ of the Philippine law, claiming that it was the last defense against
Revolution against Spain, came out with its the rising disorder caused by increasingly violent
first issue. It was edited and founded by student demonstrations, the alleged threats of
General Antonio Luna, Supreme Chief of communist insurgency by the new Communist
the Army under Emilio Aguinaldo. Party of the Philippines (CPP), and the Muslim
separatist movement of the Moro National
Liberation Front (MNLF).
SSS Law
(1957)
On September 1, 1957, the Social Security Act
of 1954 or the SSS Law was finally implemented
under the term of President Carlos P. Garcia, it
was enacted under President Ramon Magsaysay
but he died before it was implemented. The
delay of the implementation of the SSS Law was
made by the objections of business and labor
groups.
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TIMELINE OF EVENTS IN
SEPTEMBER
National Peace
Consciousness Month Bicol Food Festival
(2004) (2019)
Since the year 2004, our nation has set aside the
month of September to commemorate the National Bicol Food Festival only took place
Peace Consciousness Month, a tradition made last 2019 in the buzzing city of Naga,
possible through the issuance of Proclamation No. Camarines Sur. Celebrated all month
675. This annual observance serves a profound of September. Since Bicol is also
purpose – to facilitate a deeper understanding of known for its distinct cuisine, which
the comprehensive peace process and to
mostly features the creamy coconut
reinforce our unwavering commitment to nurturing
milk or gata, red chili peppers, and
a culture of peace within our society
their other major crops.
Talakudong Festival Dahunog sa Dipolog
(1985) (2005)
It started in 1985 to commemorate the Held from September 26 to
rich cultural heritage of the city’s early
settlers who wore traditional headgear
October 7, the city proudly
called “Talakudong.” The festival showcases its talents through
showcases the vibrant culture, parades and competitions
traditions, and history of the people of involving the city’s marching
Tacurong City through various
activities, performances, and
bands.
competitions
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