Amata’s Statement Celebrating Manu’a Flag Day
July 15, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in celebration of Manu’a Flag Day 2026, sometimes called Manu’a Cession Day, which celebrates the historic decision in 1904 to officially join the United States. Image Manua Flag Day flag raising Image Manua Flag Day Pledge of Allegiance Image Flags being raised in Manu'a “It will be a delight to be in Manu’a celebrating with our people and Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula. Wherever American Samoans are on July 16 th , we all think of our people in beautiful Manu’a, celebrating this important anniversary. In 1904, the chiefs of Manu’a made their major decision for future generations, resulting in the first official U.S. flag-raising in the islands of Ta’u, Ofu, and Olosega. Manu’a is a vital part of American Samoa, and I appreciate their warm welcome every time I’m there. I love to be there as often as possible each year when the wind and waves allow! Manu’a Flag Day is a wonderful tradition, and in just a few years now will be the milestone 125 th anniversary. We honor and bless the memory of the islands’ wise forefathers, and we are thankful to be part of the United States, as well as to be together in one territory. For each patriotic day, we want to always be sure to especially appreciate our Toa o Samoa, past and present, in every Service of the Armed Forces, and our many military families who support their careers and take part in their sacrifice. May God bless the people of Manu’a, and this year’s celebration!” ### Issues : Culture
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July 15, 2026 Press Release Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in celebration of Manu’a Flag Day 2026, sometimes called Manu’a Cession Day, which celebrates the historic decision in 1904 to officially join the United States. Image Manua Flag Day flag raising Image Manua Flag Day Pledge of Allegiance “It will be a delight to be in Manu’a celebrating with our people and Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula. Wherever American Samoans are on July 16 th , we all think of our people in beautiful Manu’a, celebrating this important anniversary. In 1904, the chiefs of Manu’a made their major decision for future generations, resulting in the first official U.S. flag-raising in the islands of Ta’u, Ofu, and Olosega. Manu’a is a vital part of American Samoa, and I appreciate their warm welcome every time I’m there. I love to be there as often as possible each year when the wind and waves allow! Manu’a Flag Day is a wonderful tradition, and in just a few years now will be the milestone 125 th anniversary. We honor and bless the memory of the islands’ wise forefathers, and we are thankful to be part of the United States, as well as to be together in one territory. For each patriotic day, we want to always be sure to especially appreciate our Toa o Samoa, past and present, in every Service of the Armed Forces, and our many military families who support their careers and take part in their sacrifice. May God bless the people of Manu’a, and this year’s celebration!” ### Issues : Culture
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