15 ways my Filipino dad almost died

[@mariaspoljaric2669]

I was 9 years old when this happened in Jolo. I had my 10th birthday on the wharf. Waiting for help. The experience was just horrible. I had a wonderful childhood in Jolo. My parents did not go back after the seige. My dad also almost died many times during those days. Napulakpalik na kami katan. I miss having my extended family around me. I lost touch with many of my uncles and aunties. I'm proud you are telling this story of your dad and countless other Joloanos whose lives were torn apart by the Seige of Jolo.

[@buchi777_]

Thank you for sharing your inspiring story.

[@aboojhoanne]

I wish I had this kind of conversation with my dad. My dad was a Tausug from Jolo. Thank you for sharing, Alia.

[@julianguerrero9167]

I'm glad I saw Jolo in '74 prior to this incident. And twice more later a few years after this tragic event. It was a beautiful quaint town. I recall the burning destroyed the local agriculture, and one basic staple in a Tausug meal is fresh hot chili was no longer readily available and was priced like gold. I recall bringing in a few bags from Luzon as "pasalubong" to local friends.

[@aliarasul]

Thank you for sharing!

[@tonyavadnais5407]

Omg your dad is precious!

[@elysscreates]

Thank you for keeping the memory of Jolo alive. We shall never forget.

[@Jhennz1983]

Thank you.

[@LoretoEsTorres]

9:26 Wow! I did not know this because of the news blackout at that time in the Philippines! So terrible! 😢

[@jesica2123]

Never forget

[@vJFlippz]

It sounds just like the siege of marawi

[@catayloprince4772]

Nah...There was rebuilding after Marawi Siege and no news blackout. That day in Jolo, even some media personnel were killed. After that day, no rebuilding was done. No social welfare was done. Very critical difference. Total media blackout and no funding for rebuilding infrastructure and social order.