Philippine Heroes
Important Dates
Important places
Traditions
Chis-messy
100
The OG academic weapon multilingual,doctor,writer,scientist,artist and somehow still had time to expose Spanish abuse through his novels.
Dr. Jose Rizal
100
When did the Philippines declare its independence from Spain in Kawit, Cavite?
June 12, 1898
100
This mountain pass in Ilocos Sur is known for the last stand of General Gregorio del Pilar against American forces
Tirad Pass/Pasong Tirad
100
This religion became dominant in the Philippines during Spanish colonization.
Catholicism/catholic/Katoliko
100
Before becoming a national hero, This man allegedly left behind several romantic relationship across europe and asia while studying abroad.
Dr. Jose Rizal
200
Despite being paralyzed by polio, he became the chief adviser to Emilio Aguinaldo and served as both the first Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the First Philippine Republic, sustaining it with unmatched intellect.
Apolinario Mabini
200
The day Rizal was executed, turning him from author to national hero.
December 30, 1896
200
Recognized by Spanish conquistador Miguel López de Legazpi for its strategic value in trade and defense. Its name means “within the walls,” highlighting its fortified structure.
Intramuros
200
What is the election-based government influenced by the U.S.?
Democracy
200
This general famously clashed with politicians and military officers alike, earning a reputation for brilliance and very short Temper
General Antonio Luna
300
Mothered the entire revolution fed everyone, gave shelter, and was a vital supporter of the revolutionary movement 
Melchora Aquino "Tandang Sora"
300
The year the Katipunan was founded
1892
300
This location became a meeting point for revolutionary leaders, ultimately leading to internal conflict that affected the course of the revolution.
San Francisco de Malabon/General Trias Cavite
300
While regarded as a Filipino classic, this dish’s cooking and preservation style is rooted in Spanish techniques
Adobo
300
This controversial revolutionary leader is associated with both the execution of a founding figure and the unpunished assassination of a key general, raising debate between political necessity and personal betrayal.
Emilio Aguinaldo
400
He was known by the alias “Pingkian” and served as fiscal adviser and secretary of the Katipunan, overseeing financial matters and drafting key documents such as the Kartilya ng Katipunan, which outlined the movement’s moral code.
Emilio Jacinto
400
This date signifies the beginning of the Philippine Revolution, highlighted by Andrés Bonifacio and the Katipunan’s symbolic tearing of their cédulas
August 23, 1896
400
this historical ancestral home of Emilio Aguinaldo, where Philippine independence from Spain was declared
Aguinaldo Shrine
400
What began as a foreign sport during American influence evolved into a national favorite in the Philippines
Basketball
400
This Katipunan member exposed the secret society to Spanish authorities in 1896 after a personal conflict.
Teodoro Patiño
500
Although multiple figures contributed to the rise of nationalism, this individual started as a warehouse worker and directly initiated armed resistance against Spain.
Andres Bonifacio
500
This was the original date celebrated as Independence Day before it got “updated" in 1962
July 4
500
Before becoming a tourist destination, this island became the exile location of Dr. Jose Rizal
Dapitan
500
The title of a hit Parokya ni Edgar piece referencing a waning Filipino ritual of winning hearts through nocturnal melodies
Harana
500
Known for refusing to swear loyalty to a new colonial power, this revolutionary intellectual was quietly removed from the Philippines and sent to Guam in 1901, returning only in the final months of his life.
Apolinario Mabini