Tag Archives: World War II

Mission Seed Bomb: Let’s Fight Deforestation and Not War

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Kalongkong Hiker

  Legend has it that after the World War II got over, American pilot Gale Halvorson airdropped candies in the name of hope, for the Berlin children. War equals devastation, so dropping candies instead of bombs was probably personal retribution. … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Leyte Gulf Ultra Marathon 100K/50K (Palo, Leyte)

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Kalongkong Hiker

This event commemorates the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which is generally considered to be the largest naval battle of World War II and, by some criteria, possibly the largest naval battle in history. The Battle of Leyte Gulf Ultra Marathon is a 100K and 50K … Continue reading →

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U.S. Embassy, Manila, Philippines presents Sakay Na!!! Jeepney Photo Challenge

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Kalongkong Hiker

Prize Details 1) Invitation to a special event in Manila 2) Display of the winning photo inside the historic U.S. Embassy 3) Additional prize to be announced once winners are selected Contest Instructions Sakay Na! The Philippines celebrates many symbols … Continue reading →

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