Los Angeles, 29 December 2011 – The officers and staff of the Philippine Consulate General and the public in attendance, led by Consul Charmaine Serna Chua, Acting Head of Post, held a flag ceremony at the Rizal Hall of the Consulate General to commemorate the 115^th anniversary of the martyrdom of Dr. Jose Rizal, Philippine National Hero.

After a mock trial, Dr. Jose Rizal was convicted of rebellion, sedition and of forming illegal association.  In the cold morning of 30 December 1896, Rizal, who was 35 years old, was shot at Bagumbayan Field.  Visit www.joserizal.ph, for more information on the life of Dr. Jose Rizal.

Similar celebrations will be held in the City of Carson and National City on 30 December 2011 being organized by the members of the Filipino-American community.

Photo shows the officers and staff of the Philippine Consulate General and the public in attendance singing the Philippine National Anthem.

Right photo shows the bust of Dr. Jose Rizal displayed at the Rizal Hall of the Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles.

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