The Philippine Army (PA) (Filipino: Hukbong Katihan ng Pilipinas; Spanish: Ejército Filipino) is the main, oldest and largest branch of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), responsible for ground warfare and currently has an estimated strength of over 150,000 soldiers, backed by 120,000 ready reserves.The service branch was established on December 21, 1935 as the Philippine Commonwealth Army. The Philippine Army has engaged in many conflicts including the ongoing Communist rebellion in the Philippines and the Moro conflict, and other conflicts worldwide.
The Commanding General of the Philippine Army is its professional and overall head. Its main headquarters is located at Fort Andres Bonifacio, Metro Manila.
