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Ralph Barajan: True Courage in the Face of Adversity
When the M/V Siargao Princess began to sink on November 7, 2019, (former) Philippine Coast Guard officer and registered nurse Ralph Barajan took command—calming chaos, organizing survivors and helping save 62 lives. His bravery later earned the IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea. It was a bright, sunny morning on November 7, 2019, with clear skies and calm seas. The horizon looked peaceful, promising a smooth voyage to the passengers of the M/V Siargao Princess towards their destination in Sibonga, Cebu. Ralph Barajan was…