Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed a proclamation at the beginning of this month, recognizing October as Filipino American History Month. Per the proclamation:
“Filipino Americans make up a significant percentage of the total Asian population in Montgomery County. The first recorded arrival of Filipinos in the Continental United States was on October 18, 1587, when sailors called “Luzon’s Indio’s” on a Spanish galleon docked at what it now Morrow Bay, California. Over 250,000 Filipino and Filipino American soldiers served, sacrificed, and fought bravely against the enemies of the United States during World War II.
Filipino American History Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the richness of Filipino American history and learn about the Filipino American experience and culture. Filipino Americans continue to make positive and lasting contributions to every facet of society in Montgomery County.
Marc Elrich as County Executive do hereby proclaim October 2022 as Filipino American History Month in Montgomery County. I encourage our residents to join me in recognizing and celebrating the many achievements and contributions of the Filipino American community.”
Happy to recognize October as Filipino American History Month. pic.twitter.com/MM8uerwypU
— Montgomery County, MD – County Exec Marc Elrich (@MontCoExec) October 1, 2022