Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 2241)
Republic Act No. 2241 is an act to recognize the veterans of World War I who are Filipino citizens and served under allied armed forces or were members of the First Philippine National Guard.
Any Filipino citizen who was enlisted and/or commissioned and served during World War I under the allied armed forces and/or who was a member of the First Philippine National Guard is considered a veteran of World War I.
Yes, a veteran of World War I is entitled to wear military uniform and decorations on special occasions as designated by the Secretary of National Defense.
The Secretary of National Defense, after consultation with duly constituted authorities and recommendation of the First Philippine National Guard Veterans Association, decides on the uniforms and decorations.
The Philippine Veterans Commission shall use the records of the First Philippine National Guard Association and the rosters in the Archives of the Philippine Government and the United States Government.
No, this act explicitly states that nothing in it shall be construed as monetary remuneration in any form.
Recognized World War I veterans are entitled to priority in hospitalization in any government hospital, all things being equal.
This Act took effect upon its approval on June 18, 1959.
Yes, it covers those who served either before or after the integration of the First Philippine National Guard into the U.S. Army.
The Philippine Senate and House of Representatives in Congress assembled enacted this law.