Change of Name of Balete Pass to Dalton Pass
Commonwealth Act No. 679, enacted on September 12, 1945, officially renames Balete Pass to Dalton Pass in honor of Brigadier General James L. Dalton, who was killed during the battle for its capture. The act emphasizes the significance of this change as a tribute to Dalton's sacrifice. It takes effect immediately upon approval.
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Commonwealth Act No. 679
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Statutes
- Subcategory
- Commonwealth Acts
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
September 12, 1945
COMMONWEALTH ACT NO. 679
AN ACT CHANGING THE NAME OF BALETE PASS TO DALTON PASS
SECTION 1. In memory of Brigadier General James L. Dalton, who was killed in the battle for the capture of Balete Pass, Nueva Vizcaya, the name "Balete Pass" is changed to "Dalton Pass".
SECTION 2. This Act shall take effect upon its approval.
Approved, September 12, 1945. TICAcD
Cite This Law
Change of Name of Balete Pass to Dalton Pass, Commonwealth Act No. 679, Sep 12, 1945 (Philippines)
Change of Name of Balete Pass to Dalton Pass, Commonwealth Act No. 679 (Phil. 1945)
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