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When was Doce Pares founded?
Doce Pares was founded on January 11, 1932.
Who were the founders of Doce Pares?
The founders were Eulogio Cañete, Lorenzo Saavedra, and Teodoro Saavedra.
How many original members did Doce Pares have at its inception?
Doce Pares was originally conceptualized by twelve members.
What was the membership count shortly after the inauguration?
The membership rose to twenty-four shortly after the inauguration.
Who were the first elected officers of Doce Pares?
Eulogio Cañete was elected President and Teodoro Saavedra was elected Vice President.
What does ‘Doce Pares’ mean?
‘Doce Pares’ means ‘Twelve pairs’ in Spanish.
What historical reference does the name ‘Doce Pares’ have?
It refers to the twelve bodyguards of Emperor Charlemagne, known for their combat skills.
Who succeeded Eulogio Cañete as president?
His second eldest son, Eulogio Jr., succeeded him as president.
Who is the current Executive Director and Chairman of Doce Pares?
Grandmaster Diony is the Executive Director and Chairman of Doce Pares Council of Masters.
When did Eulogio Cañete pass away?
Eulogio Cañete died in June 1988.
When did the last founding member of Doce Pares die?
The last founding member, GM Felimon Cañete, died in 1995 at 91 years of age.
What is the name of the organization that became incorporated?
The organization became Doce Pares, Incorporated.
What type of corporation is Doce Pares?
It is a non-stock, non-profit corporation.
Which authority issued the certificate of registration for Doce Pares?
The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the certificate of registration.
What is the certificate of registration number for Doce Pares?
The certificate of registration number is 1373.
How long has GM Vicente Carin been a member of the board?
GM Vicente Carin has been a member of the board for about forty years.
Since when have Paterno B. Ganzon and Michael R. Cañete held various positions?
They have held various positions since 1970.
Since when has Eulogio Cañete, Jr. held the post of President?
Eulogio Cañete, Jr. has held the post of President since 1990.
When did GM Dionisio Cañete become a legal officer?
GM Dionisio Cañete became a legal officer from the early 1960s until being elected to the board in 1970.
What is the Doce Pares system?
The Doce Pares system is a conglomeration of various Eskrima styles introduced by founding masters in 1932.
Why is there confusion about the Doce Pares system?
Confusion arises because many instructors teach only a specific style from the original masters, leading to a lack of understanding of the entire system.
What is the significance of the founding masters in Doce Pares?
Each founding master had their own followers, and students often learned only the style of their specific teacher.
What styles are included in the Doce Pares system?
The system includes styles such as Larga Mano, Espada y Daga, Corto Linear, Corto Orihinal, Media Largo, Hirada, Retirada, Mano-Mano, Baraw, Corto Kurbada, and Abaniko.
What was the objective of Diony’s commission in the early 1970s?
Diony was commissioned to create a training curriculum that would cover all component styles and give equal treatment to each.
