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Which general led the Filipino forces alongside Emilio Aguinaldo at the Battle of Binakayan?
Which general led the Filipino forces alongside Emilio Aguinaldo at the Battle of Binakayan?
What strategic measure did Emilio Aguinaldo implement at the Zapote Bridge?
What strategic measure did Emilio Aguinaldo implement at the Zapote Bridge?
What was the outcome of the trap set by Aguinaldo during the Battle of Zapote Bridge?
What was the outcome of the trap set by Aguinaldo during the Battle of Zapote Bridge?
What unique feature did Aguinaldo choose for his headquarters after reaching Biak-na-Bato?
What unique feature did Aguinaldo choose for his headquarters after reaching Biak-na-Bato?
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During the Battle of Binakayan, what did Aguinaldo and his troops utilize in battle?
During the Battle of Binakayan, what did Aguinaldo and his troops utilize in battle?
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Who was the governor-general of the opposing Spanish forces during the Battles of Cavite?
Who was the governor-general of the opposing Spanish forces during the Battles of Cavite?
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What happened to Aguinaldo during the battle that could have resulted in his death?
What happened to Aguinaldo during the battle that could have resulted in his death?
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What was a significant result of the battles fought in Cavite during Aguinaldo's leadership?
What was a significant result of the battles fought in Cavite during Aguinaldo's leadership?
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What was the primary outcome of the Battle of San Juan Del Monte?
What was the primary outcome of the Battle of San Juan Del Monte?
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What significant event occurred immediately following the Battle of San Juan Del Monte?
What significant event occurred immediately following the Battle of San Juan Del Monte?
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Which general led the Spanish troops during the Battle of Imus?
Which general led the Spanish troops during the Battle of Imus?
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How many men did Aguinaldo lead into the Battle of Imus?
How many men did Aguinaldo lead into the Battle of Imus?
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What was the immediate aftermath of the Battle of Imus for the Spanish troops?
What was the immediate aftermath of the Battle of Imus for the Spanish troops?
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What was notable about the forces commanded by Governor-General Ramon Blanco y Erenas at the Battle of Binakayan?
What was notable about the forces commanded by Governor-General Ramon Blanco y Erenas at the Battle of Binakayan?
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What was Emilio Aguinaldo's role during the initial battles of the Philippine Revolution?
What was Emilio Aguinaldo's role during the initial battles of the Philippine Revolution?
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What assumption did Amberth Ocampto make regarding Aguinaldo's writings?
What assumption did Amberth Ocampto make regarding Aguinaldo's writings?
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What was one of the charges against the Bonifacio brothers as stated in the trials?
What was one of the charges against the Bonifacio brothers as stated in the trials?
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What excuse did Emilio Aguinaldo initially consider for the Bonifacio brothers instead of execution?
What excuse did Emilio Aguinaldo initially consider for the Bonifacio brothers instead of execution?
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In which month and year was the proclamation of Philippine independence made?
In which month and year was the proclamation of Philippine independence made?
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Which battle was significant for the Filipino forces and was a direct confrontation against Spanish troops?
Which battle was significant for the Filipino forces and was a direct confrontation against Spanish troops?
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Who led the Consejo de Guerra that convicted the Bonifacio brothers?
Who led the Consejo de Guerra that convicted the Bonifacio brothers?
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What event marked the end of 333 years of Spanish colonization in the Philippines?
What event marked the end of 333 years of Spanish colonization in the Philippines?
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What led to the collapse of the truce between Filipino leaders and the Spanish government in late 1897?
What led to the collapse of the truce between Filipino leaders and the Spanish government in late 1897?
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Who did Emilio Aguinaldo meet in Singapore to discuss collaboration against the Spaniards?
Who did Emilio Aguinaldo meet in Singapore to discuss collaboration against the Spaniards?
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Battle of Binakayan
- Filipino soldiers under Emilio Aguinaldo, alongside General Tria Tirona and Gen Pio Del Pillar faced their first major battle against Spaniards in Binakayan, Cavite.
- Despite initial setbacks with captured soldiers under General Crispulo Aguinaldo, the Filipino forces, expertly led by their commanders, positioned themselves strategically with trenches to protect against cannon fire.
- General Candido Tria Tirona's troops were stationed on the west side of the streets while the troops of Generals Vito Belarmino and Pantaleon Garcia were on the east.
- The rear was secured by General Baldomero Aguinaldo and General Crispulo Aguinaldo's forces.
- The battle was fierce, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides. Filipinos utilized cannons and bolos, while Aguinaldo was saved from a deadly hit by a trusted aide, Juan Munti.
- The fighting took place at the shores of Binakayan (Cavite Viejo), as well as Dalahican, Dagatan, and to a lesser extent, Imus and Bacoor in Cavite.
Battle of Zapote Bridge
- Camilo de Polavieja, the new governor-general, launched a larger attack on the revolutionaries led by Gen.Emilio Aguinaldo in Cavite.
- Aguinaldo countered by strategically planting dynamites on the Zapote Bridge and placing sharp bamboo sticks in the riverbed.
- This devastating trap resulted in the death of thousands of Spanish troops as they attempted to cross.
- Filipino soldiers then emerged from hiding and engaged in hand-to-hand combat with the remaining Spanish forces.
- This victory solidified Cavite as a key battleground and a source of victories for the Aguinaldo-led Katipuneros.
The Biak-na-Bato Treaty
- In June 1897, revolutionaries under Aguinaldo established their headquarters at Biak-na-Bato in San Miguel, Bulacan.
- They set up a base at the now-famous "Aguinaldo Cave" within the Biak-na-Bato National Park.
The Bonifacio Brothers Trial
- Andres and Procopio Bonifacio were accused of plotting against Aguinaldo, leading to their trial by the Consejo de Guerra, a seven-member court led by Gen. Mariano Norie.
- The charges included treachery, sedition, and rebellion, stemming from allegations of a plot to surrender to Spanish General Lachambre, establish an alternate government, and even kill Aguinaldo.
- The brothers were also accused of dereliction of duty and escaping responsibility for their actions.
The Execution of the Bonifacio Brothers
- The Bonifacio brothers were found guilty by the Consejo de Guerra and sentenced to death.
- Emilio Aguinaldo, initially hesitant to execute fellow revolutionaries, considered a lesser punishment of exile.
- However, General del Pilar and General Noriel convinced him to proceed with the execution, fearing that the brothers would resume their alleged plots.
- Andres and Procopio Bonifacio met their demise at Mount Tala by the soldiers of Commandant Lazaro Makapagal.
The Proclamation of Philippine Independence
- The Philippines declared its independence from Spain on June 12, 1898, in the province of Cavite, marking the end of 333 years of Spanish colonization.
The Truce and the Rise of a New Colonizer
- A truce was declared between the Filipino and Spanish forces in December 1897.
- Aguinaldo and his revolutionary government were exiled to Hong Kong.
- The truce crumbled quickly due to deteriorating diplomatic relations between Spain and the United States.
- The Spanish-American War erupted in April 1898, bringing the Americans into the Philippines.
- Aguinaldo had already been in discussions with American Consul E. Spencer Pratt regarding a collaboration against Spain.
- He later met with Commodore George Dewey, commander of the Asiatic Fleet, in Hong Kong.
- Dewey proceeded to attack the Spanish Fleet in the Philippines, following the United States' declaration of war.
"Mga Gunita ng Himagsikan"
- Aguinaldo’s memoirs, Mga Gunita ng Himagsikan (Memories of the Revolution), were published in two volumes between 1928 and 1946.
- It details his early life and the events leading up to the Biak-na-Bato Treaty in 1897.
- Luz Colendrino Bucu, a University of the East faculty member, translated the memoirs, making them available to the public in 1987.
- Amberth Ocampo (Filipino Historian) suggests Aguinaldo might have written a second book about the resumption of the Philippine revolution against Spain and the Philippine-American War.
- This second book is believed to be hidden in a secret compartment within the Aguinaldo shrine in Kawit, Cavite.
Battle of San Juan Del Monte (Battle of PinaGlabAN)
- On August 1896, the Katipunan brotherhood was exposed by the Spaniards.
- This revelation sparked the Philippine Revolution, under the leadership of "Ama ng Katipunan", Andres Bonifacio.
- The revolutionaries initially attacked in Luzon but suffered a defeat, forcing them to retreat to Montalban.
Battle of Imus
- Following the defeat at San Juan Del Monte, the Battle of Imus took place on September 1, 1896.
- Aguinaldo led 600 men to Kawit and was aided by the Captain of Imus, Jose Tagle.
- They confronted Spanish forces led by Brigadier-General Ernesto de Aguirre, who had been dispatched from Manila to quell what he perceived as a minor uprising.
- Despite initial success, the Filipinos retreated due to Aguirre's reinforcements.
- However, Aguirre was subsequently ambushed and eliminated, along with his troops, at Isabel II bridge on September 3, 1896.
Battle of Binakayan (Continued)
- The Spanish Governor-General, Ramon Blanco y Erenas, sent a fourth battalion of Cazadores from Spain to strengthen his forces in Cavite.
- These reinforcements arrived in Cavite with 1,328 men and 55 officers, followed by an additional 8,000 men from Cuba and Spain.
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Test your knowledge on the Battle of Binakayan, a critical confrontation during the Filipino Revolution against Spanish colonial forces. Explore the strategies, key figures, and events that shaped this fierce battle in Cavite. Discover the significance of leadership and tactics employed by Filipino soldiers under Emilio Aguinaldo.
