(File photo: Philippine Veterans Affairs Office) The Department of National Defense (DND) paid tribute to Filipino veterans whose courage and sacrifice laid the foundation for the nation's freedom in time for the commemoration of the Philippine Veterans Week and the 83 rd Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of...
In time for the commemoration of the 82 nd Araw ng Kagitingan (Day of Valor) on Tuesday, April 9, the Department of National Defense (DND) and Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) encouraged Filipinos to remain united in the face of adversity. Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and AFP Chief...
ILOILO CITY – Thirteen World War II veterans were honored during the 79th Victory Day for Panay, Guimaras, and Romblon Islands on Monday, March 18. SURVIVING World War II veterans were honored during the 79th Victory of Panay, Guimaras, and Romblon Islands on Monday, March 18. (PVAO Iloilo)...
The Department of National Defense (DND) called on the public, especially the younger generation, to commemorate the Philippine Veterans Week beginning Wednesday, April 5, in honor of the gallantry of all Filipino freedom fighters. The week-long event will last until April 12, which will be...
Senators on Tuesday, November 22 called for an increase in the disability pension of disabled veterans which has remained stagnant for almost three decades already. Sen. Jinggoy Estrada said there is an urgent need to upgrade the 28-year old disability pension of disabled veterans, noting that the...