Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 21)
The primary purpose is to declare all persons actively serving in recognized military forces in the Philippines to be on active service in the Philippine Army, recognizing their allegiance and contributions against the Imperial Japanese Government.
A recognized military force is defined as a force under a commander who has been appointed, designated, or recognized by the Commander-in-Chief Southwest Pacific Area.
May 6, 1942, marks the date since when many civilians and military personnel have continued armed resistance against the Japanese Government, which is the basis for recognizing their active service.
Yes, all persons, regardless of nationality or citizenship, who are actively serving in recognized military forces in the Philippines are considered to be on active service in the Philippine Army.
The temporary grades of enlisted men and the temporary ranks of all officers appointed or promoted in the field by commanders of recognized military forces are confirmed.
The date of entry into active service is the date the person joined a recognized military force.
The effective date of rank is the date on which they were appointed or promoted by the commanders of recognized military forces.
Yes, officers and enlisted men of the Philippine Army, the armed forces of the United States, and Allied nations serving in recognized military forces in the Philippines are covered by this declaration.
The Executive Order acknowledges the courage, devotion, loyalty, and significant contribution of military forces and civilians in resisting Japanese occupation since 1942, which contributed to the Allied military effort and liberation of the Philippines.