National Society of the Army of the Philippines
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| National Society of the Army of the Philippines | |
|---|---|
| Name | National Society of the Army of the Philippines |
| Headquarters | Manila, Philippines |
| Region served | Philippines |
National Society of the Army of the Philippines. The National Society of the Army of the Philippines is a hereditary society that aims to preserve the history of the Philippines and honor the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine–American War. The society is composed of descendants of Philippine Revolutionary Army soldiers and veterans of the Philippine–American War, including those who fought in the Battle of Manila (1898) and the Battle of Tirad Pass. The society works closely with other historical societies, such as the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution, to promote patriotism and historical preservation.
● History
The National Society of the Army of the Philippines was founded in 1921 by a group of veterans of the Philippine–American War, including Emilio Aguinaldo, Apolinario Mabini, and Antonio Luna. The society's early years were marked by efforts to document the history of the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine–American War, including the Battle of Caloocan and the Battle of Zapote Bridge. The society also worked to establish memorials and monuments to honor the heroes of the Philippine Revolution, such as the Rizal Monument in Luneta Park and the Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite. The society has also collaborated with other historical organizations, such as the National Historical Commission of the Philippines and the Philippine Historical Association, to promote historical research and education.
● Organization
The National Society of the Army of the Philippines is headquartered in Manila, Philippines, and has chapters throughout the country, including in Cebu City, Davao City, and Zamboanga City. The society is led by a national president, who is elected by the membership, and a board of directors, which includes prominent historians and community leaders, such as Teodoro Agoncillo and Renato Constantino. The society also has a youth division, which aims to promote patriotism and historical awareness among young people, and has partnered with schools and universities, such as the University of the Philippines and the Ateneo de Manila University, to develop history curricula and educational programs.
● Membership
Membership in the National Society of the Army of the Philippines is open to descendants of Philippine Revolutionary Army soldiers and veterans of the Philippine–American War, as well as to historians and community leaders who are interested in promoting patriotism and historical preservation. The society has a diverse membership, including Filipino Americans and Filipinos living abroad, and has chapters in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The society also offers associate membership to individuals who are not descendants of Philippine Revolutionary Army soldiers or veterans of the Philippine–American War, but who are interested in supporting the society's mission and goals, and has partnered with other historical organizations, such as the Sons of the Revolution and the Daughters of the Revolution, to promote historical awareness and patriotism.
● Activities
The National Society of the Army of the Philippines engages in a variety of activities to promote patriotism and historical preservation, including historical reenactments, parades, and commemorative ceremonies, such as the annual Araw ng Kagitingan ceremony, which honors the heroes of the Battle of Bataan and the Battle of Corregidor. The society also sponsors historical research and education programs, including lectures, workshops, and conferences, and has partnered with museums and historical sites, such as the National Museum of the Philippines and the Intramuros historic district, to develop exhibits and tours that showcase the history of the Philippines. The society also publishes a newsletter and a journal, which feature articles and research papers on Philippine history and culture, and has collaborated with other historical organizations, such as the Philippine Historical Association and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, to promote historical awareness and patriotism.
● Notable_Members
The National Society of the Army of the Philippines has a number of notable members, including historians such as Teodoro Agoncillo and Renato Constantino, and community leaders such as Corazon Aquino and Benigno Aquino III. The society has also honored prominent Filipinos, such as Jose Rizal, Emilio Aguinaldo, and Apolinario Mabini, who played important roles in the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine–American War, and has partnered with other historical organizations, such as the Sons of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the American Revolution, to promote patriotism and historical preservation. The society's notable members have made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Philippine history and culture, and have worked to promote historical awareness and patriotism among Filipinos and Filipino Americans, and have collaborated with other historical organizations, such as the National Historical Commission of the Philippines and the Philippine Historical Association, to develop historical programs and educational initiatives.