Tribute to RADM Daniel McKinnon

The US-Philippines Society hosted an April 4 luncheon tribute at the Army Navy Club honoring USPH Society member Rear Admiral Dan McKinnon who participated via zoom. The tribute was highlighted by the presentation of a Certificate of Recognition from the Philippine Embassy, a Carlos P. Romulo Award from the US-Philippines Society, and the naming of the McKinnon Ayta Training Center in Subic from SIPAG President Betty Fielder. Professor Erwin Tiongson provided historical context, including linkages to the ANC.

Luncheon co-hosts Roberto Llames and Chris Decker led friends and family in offering tributes for Admiral McKinnon’s remarkable efforts to enhance U.S.-Philippines relations, foster understanding of Philippine history, support for resiliency-building programs, displaced families, and indigenous communities. His legacy also includes meticulous research on the Bells of Balangiga that supported the repatriation of the three historic Philippine church bells by the United States. His many contributions during military service and non-profit leadership serve as an inspiration for positive change.

On behalf of his father, Dan McKinnon III accepts a Certificate of Appreciation from Ambassador Jose Manuel Romualdez represented by DCM Jaime Ascalon, April 4, the Army Navy Club in Washington DC.