Today in Philippine History: The Wood-Forbes Mission

MAY 4, 1921

Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood and William Cameron Forbes arrived in Manila after newly-elected president Warren G. Harding (Republican) created the Wood-Forbes mission to determine whether the Philippines was ready for self-rule. After four months, they submitted a report that called for the postponement of Philippine independence. Month’s earlier during the term of Pres. Woodrow Wilson (Democrat), Senate Pres. Manuel Quezon and Senator Rafael Palma led a mission to the U.S. and convinced Democrats in Congress to hasten Philippine Independence.

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President Manuel L. Quezon's Newest Stamp

It's been quite some time since the last stamp featuring President Manuel L. Quezon was issued. The Philippine Presidents on Stamps website showcased the August 19, 1997 Manuel Quezon University stamp along with the other stamps of the first Commonwealth President.

Last October 12, 2009, the Philippine Postal Corporation released the newest Manuel L. Quezon stamp as part of the P28 block of 4 stamp and P28 souvenir sheet issued to commemorate Quezon City's 70th anniversary.