Dr. Jose P. Rizal The National Hero
(1861-1896)
(1861-1896)
The Philippines' national hero. Born in Calamba,
Laguna, on June 19, 1861. Published his masterpiece Noli Me Tangere in
Berlin(Germany) in 1887 and his second novel El Filibusterismo in
Ghent(Belgium) in 1891. His two novels stirred the conscience of his people. He
contributed various literary works to La Solidaridad. For his leadership
in the reform movement and for his incendiary novels, Rizal was arrested and
later killed by musketry in Bagumbayan, Manila, on December 30, 1896. His
execution was the last straw for other Filipinos who called for a bloody
revolution against Spain.
Andres Bonifacio The Great Plebian and
Father of the Katipunan
Father of the Katipunan
(1863-1897)
He founded the secret society, Katipunan, on July 7,
1892, to fight Spain. He was also president of the Tagalog republic from August
24, 1896 to May 10, 1897. Born in Tondo, Manila, on November 30, 1863. He grew
up in the slums and never knew the benefits of a prosperous life. He married
Gregoria de Jesus in 1892. He was killed on May 10, 1897, near Mount Buntis,
Maragondon, Cavite.
General Gregorio del Pilar Hero of the Battle of Tirad Pass.
(1875-1899)
(1875-1899)
Hero of Tirad Pass. Born on November 14, 1875, in
Bulacan, Bulacan. Died on December 2, 1899, in the battle of Tirad Pass, to
enable Aguinaldo to escape from the Americans. One of the youngest and bravest
generals ever produced by the Philippines.
General Emilio Aguinaldo President of the
First Philippine Republic
(1899-1964)
First Philippine Republic
(1899-1964)
He officially proclaimed the Philippine independence in
Malolos, Bulacan, on January 23, 1899, with him as the first president. It was
the first republic in Asia. Born in Kawit, Cavite, on March 22, 1869. Died at
the Veterans Memorial Hospital, Quezon City, on February 6, 1964.
Apolinario Mabini Sublime Paralytics and
Brains of the Revolution
(1864-1903)
Brains of the Revolution
(1864-1903)
Sublime paralytic and the brain of the revolution. Born
in Talaga, Tanauan, Batangas, on June 22, 1864. He joined La Liga Filipina
in 1892 and Aguinaldo's revolutionary government from June 1898 to May 1899. He
was captured by the American forces in December 1899 and deported to Guam in
January 1901. He died in Manila on May 13, 1903.
GOMBURZA
Martyred Priests of 1872
Father Mariano Gomez Father Jose Burgos Father Jacinto Zamora
Trece Martirez
Filipino patriots in Cavite, Philippines who were executed by mustketry on September 11, 1896, for cooperating with the Katipunan during the Philippine Revolution against Spain.
The 13 martyrs of Cavite, who were executed by a firing squad on September 12, 1896
Melchora Aquino Mother of Balintawak
Graciano Lopez Jaena Greatest Filipino Orator of the Propaganda Movement
Mariano Ponce Propagandist, Historian, Diplomat And Managing Editor of La Solidaridad
Gregoria de Jesus Lakambini of Katipunan and
Wife of Andres Bonifacio
Fernando Ma. Guerrero Poet of the Revolution
Isabelo delos Reyes Founder of Philippines Socialism
Jose Palma Wrote the Spanish Lyrics of the Philippine National Anthem
(1876-1903)
Poet and soldier. Born in Tondo, Manila, on June 3, 1876. Younger brother of Dr. Rafael Palma. He was a staff member of La Independencia. He wrote Filipinas, a patriotic poem in Spanish, which became the lyrics of the Philippine National Anthem. Died in Manila, on February 12, 1903.
Leonor Rivera Cousin and Fiancee of Jose Rizal
(1867-1893)
Cousin and fiancee of Jose Rizal. She was the Maria Clara in Rizal's Noli Me Tangere.
GOMBURZA
Martyred Priests of 1872
Father Mariano Gomez Father Jose Burgos Father Jacinto Zamora
(1799-1872) (1837-1872) (1835-1872)
Three intellectuals who crusaded for reform. Killed by
garrote in Bagumbayan, Manila on February 17, 1872, for allegedly instigating
the Cavite mutiny.
Emilio Jacinto Brains of the Katipunan
General Antonio Luna Cofounder of La Independencia
(1875-1899)
Brains of the Katipunan. Born in Trozo, Manila, on
December 15, 1875. He joined the Katipunan in 1894 and became Bonifacio's
trusted friend and adviser. He wrote the Kartilya ng Katipunan, the
primer of the Katipunan which embodied the teachings of the organization. He
founded and edited the Katipunan newspaper, Kalayaan, whose first issue
came out in January 1896. Died on April 16, 1899. He was one of the heroic
figures in Philippine history.
(1866-1899)
The greatest general of the revolution. Younger brother
of Juan Luna, the famous painter. Editor of La Independencia, whose
first issue came out on September 3, 1898. Born in Binondo, Manila, on October
29, 1866. He was one of the propagandists in Spain who were working for
political reforms in the Philippines. He contributed articles to La
Solidaridad.
Trece Martirez
Filipino patriots in Cavite, Philippines who were executed by mustketry on September 11, 1896, for cooperating with the Katipunan during the Philippine Revolution against Spain.
The 13 martyrs of Cavite, who were executed by a firing squad on September 12, 1896
They were:
Maximo Inocencio Severino Lapidario Agapito Conchu
Jose Lallana Alfonso de Ocampo Victoriano Luciano
Eugenio Cabezas Francisco Osorio Feliciano Cabuco
Maximo Gregorio Antonio de San Agustin
Hugo Perez Luis Aguado
Jose Lallana Alfonso de Ocampo Victoriano Luciano
Eugenio Cabezas Francisco Osorio Feliciano Cabuco
Maximo Gregorio Antonio de San Agustin
Hugo Perez Luis Aguado
Melchora Aquino Mother of Balintawak
(1812-1919)
B etter known as Tandang Sora. Born in Banlat, Kalookan City, on January 6, 1812. She helped the Katipuneros under the leadership of Andres Bonifacio by providing them food, shelter, and other material goods. She is recognized as the Grand Woman of the revolution and the Mother of Balintawak. She died on March 12, 1919.
B etter known as Tandang Sora. Born in Banlat, Kalookan City, on January 6, 1812. She helped the Katipuneros under the leadership of Andres Bonifacio by providing them food, shelter, and other material goods. She is recognized as the Grand Woman of the revolution and the Mother of Balintawak. She died on March 12, 1919.
(1856-1896)
Founder and first editor of the newspaper La Solidaridad, which became the vehicle of expression for Filipino propaganda in Spain. Together wtih Jose Rizal and Marcelo H. Del Pilar, he undertook propaganda campaigns in Spain. Born in Jaro, Iloilo, on December 18, 1856. He died on January 20, 1896, in Barcelona, Spain.
Founder and first editor of the newspaper La Solidaridad, which became the vehicle of expression for Filipino propaganda in Spain. Together wtih Jose Rizal and Marcelo H. Del Pilar, he undertook propaganda campaigns in Spain. Born in Jaro, Iloilo, on December 18, 1856. He died on January 20, 1896, in Barcelona, Spain.
Panday Pira First Filipino Cannon maker
(1483-1576)
First Filipino cannon-maker. He forged the cannons which Rajah Sulayman used in defending the Muslim Kingdom of Manila against the Spanish invaders. Born in one of the islands in Southern Philippines in 1483. He died in 1576.
First Filipino cannon-maker. He forged the cannons which Rajah Sulayman used in defending the Muslim Kingdom of Manila against the Spanish invaders. Born in one of the islands in Southern Philippines in 1483. He died in 1576.
Mariano Ponce Propagandist, Historian, Diplomat And Managing Editor of La Solidaridad
(1863-1918)
Researcher, historian, bibliographer, propagandist, diplomat, physician, folklorist, and an outstanding reformist. Born in Baliwag, Bulacan, on March 23, 1863. While in Spain, he joined the propaganda movement and became one of the initiators of La Solidaridad, later becoming its managing editor. Died in HongKong on May 23, 1918.
Researcher, historian, bibliographer, propagandist, diplomat, physician, folklorist, and an outstanding reformist. Born in Baliwag, Bulacan, on March 23, 1863. While in Spain, he joined the propaganda movement and became one of the initiators of La Solidaridad, later becoming its managing editor. Died in HongKong on May 23, 1918.
Gregoria de Jesus Lakambini of Katipunan and
Wife of Andres Bonifacio
(1875-1943)
One of the brave and patriotic women who played a
heroic role in the Philippine revolution. Born in Kalookan City, on May 9,
1875. Wife of Andres Bonifacio and Lakambini of the Katipunan. She actually
fought alongside her husband during the revolution, aside from being the
custodian of the Katipunan documents. She organized the Katipunan's Women
Chapter. She died on March 15, 1943.
Fernando Ma. Guerrero Poet of the Revolution
(1873-1890)
Musician, journalist, politician, and lawyer. Considered the greatest lyric poet in Spanish. Born in Ermita, Manila, on May 30, 1873. When the revolution broke out, General Antonio Luna invited him to join the editorial staff of La Independencia, the organ of the revolution. Thus, he fought for the Filipino cause with his pen. Died in Manila June 12, 1929.
Felipe Agoncillo Outstanding Diplomat
of the First Philippine Republic
(1859-1941)
Musician, journalist, politician, and lawyer. Considered the greatest lyric poet in Spanish. Born in Ermita, Manila, on May 30, 1873. When the revolution broke out, General Antonio Luna invited him to join the editorial staff of La Independencia, the organ of the revolution. Thus, he fought for the Filipino cause with his pen. Died in Manila June 12, 1929.
Felipe Agoncillo Outstanding Diplomat
of the First Philippine Republic
(1859-1941)
Outstanding
diplomat of the Philippine revolution. Born in Taal, Batangas, on May 26, 1859.
Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo appointed him as Minister Plenipotentiary to the peace
conference in Washington and Paris. Died on September 29, 1941, at the Manila
Doctor's Hospital.
Juan Luna Greatest Filipino Painter
Juan Luna Greatest Filipino Painter
(1857-1899)
A genius of the brush and a patriot of the highest order. Creator of the world-famous painting, SPOLARIUM, which was awarded the gold medal in the Exposicion Nacional de Bellas Artes in Madrid in 1884. It is also known as the greatest painting of all times. Born in Badoc, Ilocos, Norte, on October 23, 1857. He was closely associated with the Reform Movement, together with Rizal, Lopez-Jaena, Ponce, etc. He died in Hongkong on December 7, 1899.
Rafael Palma Cofounder of La Independencia
and first Up president
A genius of the brush and a patriot of the highest order. Creator of the world-famous painting, SPOLARIUM, which was awarded the gold medal in the Exposicion Nacional de Bellas Artes in Madrid in 1884. It is also known as the greatest painting of all times. Born in Badoc, Ilocos, Norte, on October 23, 1857. He was closely associated with the Reform Movement, together with Rizal, Lopez-Jaena, Ponce, etc. He died in Hongkong on December 7, 1899.
Rafael Palma Cofounder of La Independencia
and first Up president
(1874-1939)
Orator, statesman, scholar, educator, and writer. Born in Tondo, Manila, on October 24, 1874. He was involved in the propaganda campaign against the Spaniards. He cofounded with Gen. Antonio Luna the revolutionary newspaper, La Independencia. Later, he also founded El Nuevo Dia, Cebu's first daily. Died in Manila on May 24, 1939.
Marcelo H. Del Pilar Greatest Journalist and Moving Spirit of the Propaganda Movement
Orator, statesman, scholar, educator, and writer. Born in Tondo, Manila, on October 24, 1874. He was involved in the propaganda campaign against the Spaniards. He cofounded with Gen. Antonio Luna the revolutionary newspaper, La Independencia. Later, he also founded El Nuevo Dia, Cebu's first daily. Died in Manila on May 24, 1939.
Marcelo H. Del Pilar Greatest Journalist and Moving Spirit of the Propaganda Movement
(1850-1896)
Political analyst of the Filipino colony in Spain. Born in Kupang, Bulacan, Bulacan, on August 30, 1850. In 1882, he founded the nationalistic newspaper, Diariong Tagalog. In December 1889, he became the editor of La Solidaridad and became the moving spirit behind the propaganda movement. Died on July 4, 1896.
Pedro Paterno Peacemaker of the Revolotion
Political analyst of the Filipino colony in Spain. Born in Kupang, Bulacan, Bulacan, on August 30, 1850. In 1882, he founded the nationalistic newspaper, Diariong Tagalog. In December 1889, he became the editor of La Solidaridad and became the moving spirit behind the propaganda movement. Died on July 4, 1896.
Pedro Paterno Peacemaker of the Revolotion
(1858-1911)
Statesman, poet, writer, and peacemaker. Born in Manila on February 27, 1858. He was the negotiator/mediator of the Pact of Biak-na-Bato. He helped prepare the Malolos constitution. Died on April 26, 1911.
Leona Florentino First Filipino Poetess
Statesman, poet, writer, and peacemaker. Born in Manila on February 27, 1858. He was the negotiator/mediator of the Pact of Biak-na-Bato. He helped prepare the Malolos constitution. Died on April 26, 1911.
Leona Florentino First Filipino Poetess
(1849-1884)
First poetess of the Philippines. Born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on April 19, 1849. Her poems were given international recognition at the Exposicion in Madrid in 1887 and in Paris in 1889. Died on October 4, 1884.
Artemio Ricarte Revolutionary General, known as Viborra
First poetess of the Philippines. Born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on April 19, 1849. Her poems were given international recognition at the Exposicion in Madrid in 1887 and in Paris in 1889. Died on October 4, 1884.
Artemio Ricarte Revolutionary General, known as Viborra
(1866-1945)
The unconquerable hero of the revolution. Born in Batac, Ilocos Norte, on October 20, 1866. Known as Viborra, he was a gentle public school teacher who became a dashing revolutionary general. Died in the jungles of Sierra Madre on July 31, 1945.
The unconquerable hero of the revolution. Born in Batac, Ilocos Norte, on October 20, 1866. Known as Viborra, he was a gentle public school teacher who became a dashing revolutionary general. Died in the jungles of Sierra Madre on July 31, 1945.
Isabelo delos Reyes Founder of Philippines Socialism
(1864-1938)
Last of the propagandists. Gifted son of Leona Florentino, first poetess of the Philippines. Born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on July 7, 1864. He aroused the hostility of the friars and government officials when he openly criticized the evils of the Spanish rule and he advocated reforms. He was the founder of the first Philippine labor union, as well as the first independent Filipino Catholic church. Died on October 9, 1938.
Last of the propagandists. Gifted son of Leona Florentino, first poetess of the Philippines. Born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on July 7, 1864. He aroused the hostility of the friars and government officials when he openly criticized the evils of the Spanish rule and he advocated reforms. He was the founder of the first Philippine labor union, as well as the first independent Filipino Catholic church. Died on October 9, 1938.
Jose Palma Wrote the Spanish Lyrics of the Philippine National Anthem
(1876-1903)
Poet and soldier. Born in Tondo, Manila, on June 3, 1876. Younger brother of Dr. Rafael Palma. He was a staff member of La Independencia. He wrote Filipinas, a patriotic poem in Spanish, which became the lyrics of the Philippine National Anthem. Died in Manila, on February 12, 1903.
Rajah Lakandola Chied of Tondo
Friendly to the Spaniards
( -1575)
One of the most illustrious ancient Filipinos. Chief of Tondo, when Legazpi came to Manila in 1571. He became a Christian and took the name of Carlos, after the king of Spain. He made the blood compact with Goiti. He fought alongside the Spaniards against the Chinese pirate, Limahong. Died in 1575.
One of the most illustrious ancient Filipinos. Chief of Tondo, when Legazpi came to Manila in 1571. He became a Christian and took the name of Carlos, after the king of Spain. He made the blood compact with Goiti. He fought alongside the Spaniards against the Chinese pirate, Limahong. Died in 1575.
Rajah Soliman The Last Rajah of Manila
( -1575)
One of the most illustrious ancient Filipinos. Chief of Tondo, when Legazpi came to Manila in 1571. He became a Christian and took the name of Carlos, after the king of Spain. He made the blood compact with Goiti. He fought alongside the Spaniards against the Chinese pirate, Limahong. Died in 1575.
One of the most illustrious ancient Filipinos. Chief of Tondo, when Legazpi came to Manila in 1571. He became a Christian and took the name of Carlos, after the king of Spain. He made the blood compact with Goiti. He fought alongside the Spaniards against the Chinese pirate, Limahong. Died in 1575.
Leonor Rivera Cousin and Fiancee of Jose Rizal
(1867-1893)
Cousin and fiancee of Jose Rizal. She was the Maria Clara in Rizal's Noli Me Tangere.
Marcela Mariño Agoncillo Maker of the First Filipino Flag
(1859-1946)
Maker of the first Philippine flag. Born in Taal, Batangas, on June 24, 1859. Married to Felipe Agoncillo. She labored to make the Filipino flag in Hong Kong with the help of Delfina Herbosa de Natividad, a niece of Rizal. Died on May 30, 1946 in Taal, Batangas
Maker of the first Philippine flag. Born in Taal, Batangas, on June 24, 1859. Married to Felipe Agoncillo. She labored to make the Filipino flag in Hong Kong with the help of Delfina Herbosa de Natividad, a niece of Rizal. Died on May 30, 1946 in Taal, Batangas
Galicano Apacible One of the Founders of Katipunan
One of the founders of La Solidaridad.
One of the founders of La Solidaridad.
Jose Ma. Panganiban Bicolandia’s Greatest Contribution to the
Historic Campaign for Reforms
(1863-1890)
Avenger of Filipino honor. Born in Mambulao, Camarines Norte, on February 1, 1863. A good friend and co-worker of Rizal. He was Bicolandia's greatest contribution to the historic campaign for reforms, more popularly called the Propaganda Movement. He wrote articles for La Solidaridad, under the pen names Jomapa and J.M.P. Died in Barcelona, Spain, on August 19, 1890.
(1863-1890)
Avenger of Filipino honor. Born in Mambulao, Camarines Norte, on February 1, 1863. A good friend and co-worker of Rizal. He was Bicolandia's greatest contribution to the historic campaign for reforms, more popularly called the Propaganda Movement. He wrote articles for La Solidaridad, under the pen names Jomapa and J.M.P. Died in Barcelona, Spain, on August 19, 1890.
Diego Silang Leader of the Ilocano Revolt
(1730-1763)
He led the revolt of the Ilocanos in opposition to the tribute and abuses of the Spanish officials. Born in Aringay, La Union, on December 16, 1730. The revolt started in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. He was killed by Miguel Vicos, a Spanish mestizo who bore grievances against Diego Silang.
(1730-1763)
He led the revolt of the Ilocanos in opposition to the tribute and abuses of the Spanish officials. Born in Aringay, La Union, on December 16, 1730. The revolt started in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. He was killed by Miguel Vicos, a Spanish mestizo who bore grievances against Diego Silang.
Maria Josefa Gabriela Silang Continued the fight after her husband’s
Death
After
the death of Diego Silang on May 28, 1763, the fight was carried on by his
wife, MARIA JOSEFA GABRIELA SILANG, and his uncle, Nicolas Cariño. She too lost
her life for freedom's sake on September 30, 1763.
Lapu-Lapu Chieftain of Mactan Who Killed Magellan First Filipino
Hero
(c. 16th century)
Chief of Mactan who led the first successful Filipino armed resistance against Spanish aggression. He fought and killed Magellan in a battle in Mactan, on April 27, 1521.
Chief of Mactan who led the first successful Filipino armed resistance against Spanish aggression. He fought and killed Magellan in a battle in Mactan, on April 27, 1521.
Francisco Baltazar Prince of Tagalog Poets
(1788-1862)
More popularly known as Balagtas, he is considered the prince of Tagalog poets. Born in Panginay, Bigaa, Bulacan, on April 2, 1788. He wrote Florante at Laura, a masterpiece of local versification, upholding moral and social values; it served as the basic foundation of the Philippine literature. Died in Orion, Bataan, on February 20, 1862.
(1788-1862)
More popularly known as Balagtas, he is considered the prince of Tagalog poets. Born in Panginay, Bigaa, Bulacan, on April 2, 1788. He wrote Florante at Laura, a masterpiece of local versification, upholding moral and social values; it served as the basic foundation of the Philippine literature. Died in Orion, Bataan, on February 20, 1862.
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