(MANILA, Philippines) — Three church bells seized by American troops as war trophies more than a century ago arrived in Manila on Tuesday to be handed back to the Philippines in a move long demanded by Filipino leaders, including the current president, who is critical of Washington and has moved closer to China. A representative of Defense Secretary James Mattis is to turn over the Bells of Balangiga to the Philippine defense chief in a ceremony at an air force base in the capital, closing a dark chapter in the treaty allies’ love-hate relationship. Mattis has said the handover is an important gesture of friendship and is in the U.S.
U.s. To Return 3 Church Bells Seized From The Philippines More Than A Century Ago
Jim Gomez / AP, Time: World
Mon, 12/10/2018 - 10:44pm
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