Filipino community and veterans gather in Brisbane to unveil hidden World War II heroism

The Filipino community in Brisbane, along with veterans and with the support of the Philippine Consulate Queensland, gathered at the launch of Marie Silva Vallejo's book, "Dauntless."

Philippine Honorary Consul in Brisbane Sheryll Gabutero with Dauntless author Marie Silva Vallejo, and MC Connie Dacuna Credit: Celeste Macintosh

Key Points

• The event highlighted the untold story of the valour of Filipino-American soldiers in the fight against the Japanese during World War II, documented in Marie Silva Vallejo's book, "Dauntless."
• Marie's ten years of research unveiled a more personal secret, leading her to Brisbane to share the newfound revelation.