Inauguration of Jose P. Laurel

The inauguration of Jose P. Laurel as the third president of the Philippines and the first president of the Second Philippine Republic under Imperial Japan took place on October 14, 1943 at Legislative Building, City of Greater Manila (present-day Manila). The inauguration marked the beginning of the first and last term of Laurel as President.[1] The oath of office was administered by Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines José Yulo.

Inauguration of Jose P. Laurel
Jose P. Laurel is being sworn in as President of the Japanese-sponsored Philippine Republic in 1943
DateOctober 14, 1943; 80 years ago (1943-10-14)
LocationLegislative Building, City of Greater Manila
ParticipantsPresident of the Philippines, Jose P. Laurel
Assuming office
Chief Justice of the Philippines, José Yulo
Administering oath

References edit

  1. ^ Inaugural Address of President Laurel, October 14, 1943 (Speech). Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines. October 14, 1943. Retrieved June 2, 2023.