New London celebrates Peru's bicentennial
July 28, 2021 12:00 am
• Last Updated: July 28, 2021 9:41 pm
Elizabeth Nonalaya and Pelayo Porras unfurl the Peruvian flag Wednesday, July 28, 2021, as members of the local Peruvian community gather to celebrate that nation's independence with a ceremony at New London City Hall. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day) Buy Photo Reprints
New London — Members of the local Peruvian community gathered Wednesday to celebrate Peru's independence with a ceremony and flag-raising at City Hall.
July 28, 1821, is the day General Jose de San Martin declared Peru's independence from Spain.
New London Mayor Michael Passero presented a proclamation from the City Council honoring the day, which was read in Spanish by City Clerk Jonathan Ayala. The mayor also presented certificates of appreciation to Peruvian owners of various local businesses.
State Rep. Anthony Nolan, D-New London, read a proclamation from the General Assembly.
New London Mayor Michael Passero joins Elizabeth Nonalaya and Pelayo Porras in raising the Peruvian flag as members of the local Peruvian community gather Wednesday, July 28, 2021, to celebrate that nation's independence with a ceremony at New London City Hall. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day) Buy Photo Reprints
New London City Clerk Jonathan Ayala reads a proclamation from the City Council in Spanish as members of the local Peruvian community gather Wednesday, July 28, 2021, to celebrate Peru's independence with a flag-raising ceremony at New London City Hall. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day) Buy Photo Reprints
Members of the local Peruvian community gather for a photo Wednesday, July 28, 2021, as they celebrate Peru's independence with a ceremony and flag-raising at New London City Hall. (Sean D. Elliot/The Day) Buy Photo Reprints
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