# National Heroes Commission

> government agency celebrating national heroes of the Philippines

**Wikidata**: [Q108526934](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q108526934)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/national-heroes-commission

## Summary
The National Heroes Commission was a government agency of the Philippines established to celebrate national heroes, operating from December 27, 1962, until its dissolution on June 19, 1965. It succeeded the José Rizal National Centennial Commission and was later replaced by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

## Key Facts
- **Inception date**: December 27, 1962  
- **Dissolution date**: June 19, 1965  
- **Country**: Third Republic of the Philippines  
- **Instance of**: Government agency  
- **Replaced**: José Rizal National Centennial Commission  
- **Replaced by**: National Historical Commission of the Philippines  
- **nl_cr_aut_id**: ko2006315853 (qualifier P1810: "National Heroes Commission")  
- **Wikidata description**: Government agency celebrating national heroes of the Philippines  

## FAQs  
**When did the National Heroes Commission operate?**  
The agency existed from December 27, 1962, until June 19, 1965, spanning approximately 2.5 years.  

**Which government agencies preceded and succeeded it?**  
It replaced the José Rizal National Centennial Commission and was succeeded by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.  

**What was its primary function?**  
It served as a government agency dedicated to celebrating and honoring the national heroes of the Philippines.  

**What is its unique identifier?**  
It has the nl_cr_aut_id "ko2006315853" with the qualifier "National Heroes Commission."  

## Why It Matters  
The National Heroes Commission played a pivotal role in formalizing the Philippines' national heritage framework during the Third Republic. By transitioning from the José Rizal National Centennial Commission to the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, it institutionalized the commemoration of national heroes, ensuring their legacy was preserved through governmental structures. This short-lived agency underscored the state's commitment to cultural identity and historical continuity, influencing subsequent historical preservation efforts in the Philippines.  

## Notable For  
- **Brief operational tenure**: Existed for only 2.5 years (December 1962–June 1965), making it one of the shortest-lived government agencies in Philippine history.  
- **Specialized mandate**: Solely focused on celebrating national heroes, distinguishing it from broader cultural or historical bodies.  
- **Transitionary role**: Acted as a bridge between the José Rizal National Centennial Commission and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, facilitating continuity in national heritage initiatives.  

## Body  
### History  
The National Heroes Commission was established on December 27, 1962, under the Third Republic of the Philippines. It succeeded the José Rizal National Centennial Commission, indicating a shift in focus from centennial-specific commemorations to broader national hero recognition. The agency operated for approximately 2.5 years before being dissolved on June 19, 1965. Its dissolution led to the establishment of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, which absorbed its mandate and expanded its scope.  

### Classification and Affiliation  
- **Entity type**: Classified as a government agency, aligning with the definition of an organizational part of a government responsible for specific public services.  
- **Jurisdiction**: Operated under the Third Republic of the Philippines, reflecting its political context during the early 1960s.  
- **Functional scope**: Dedicated exclusively to celebrating national heroes, as per its Wikidata description.  

### Administrative Transition  
- **Predecessor**: Replaced the José Rizal National Centennial Commission, suggesting a reorganization of national commemorative efforts.  
- **Successor**: Dissolved to make way for the National Historical Commission of the Philippines, which continues its legacy with expanded responsibilities.  
- **Identifier**: Holds the nl_cr_aut_id "ko2006315853" with the qualifier "National Heroes Commission," serving as a unique administrative reference.  

### Significance in National Heritage  
The agency’s brief existence highlighted the Philippine government’s commitment to institutionalizing national heroism. By formalizing celebrations through a dedicated body, it reinforced cultural identity during a period of post-colonial nation-building. Its replacement by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines underscored the enduring importance of historical preservation, ensuring that the commission’s foundational role in honoring national heroes persisted beyond its operational lifespan.

## References

1. Executive Order No. 28, s. 1962
2. Republic Act No. 4368