Purpose of the Executive Order
- To demobilize Philippine Army elements and guerrilla units in the field no longer needed for combat
- To clarify that assembly and maintenance of guerrilla headquarters is not necessary for unit recognition
- To ensure demobilization does not affect eligibility for recognition and benefits for guerrilla units with proper military organization and resistance record
Disbandment of Unrecognized Guerrilla Units
- Mandates disbandment of all guerrilla units without formal recognition
- Orders members of these unrecognized units to return to civilian life and normal pursuits
Turnover of Arms and Military Equipment
- Requires immediate surrender of all arms, ammunition, and military supplies by unrecognized guerrilla units and their members
- Deliveries must be made to the nearest commander of the United States Army or the Philippine Army units
Handling of Records and Requests for Recognition
- All records pertaining to disbanded unrecognized guerrilla units must be collected
- Requests for formal recognition and supporting evidence must be compiled
- These documents are to be forwarded to the Headquarters of the Philippine Army via the nearest United States or Philippine Army command
Legal and Administrative Implications
- The order affirms the criteria for recognition of guerrilla units as having maintained effective military opposition
- Recognition eligibility is critical for the award of benefits to members of such units
- Demobilization ensures a transition from wartime military activities to peacetime civilian pursuits while maintaining recognition rights
Signatories and Effective Date
- Signed by President Sergio Osmeña on September 26, 1945, in Manila
- Countersigned by Secretary to the President, Jose S. Reyes
- Reflects transitional administration following the Commonwealth period leading to post-war restoration