Quezon Gov. David Suarez (center) leads the floral offering at the monument of local hero, Apolinario ‘Hermano Pule’ dela Cruz, in observance of his 177th death anniversary on November 4. With Suarez are 24 Philippine Army soldiers from Southern Luzon command who were deployed during the Marawi City seize last year. The governor also conferred a Plake ng Kagitingan to Sgt. Jerick Milar (with crutches) who lost his leg during the siege, as well as plaque of recognition to the troops.PHOTO BY BELLY M. OTORDOZ