Cry of Pugaglawin

Tearing of Cedulas

Symbolic act of defiance by Filipinos against Spanish colonial rule, particularly during the Cry of Balintawak and Pugad Lawin.

Katipuneros

Members of the Katipunan, led by Andres Bonifacio, who sought independence through armed struggle against Spanish authorities.

Cry of Balintawak

Symbolic event in Philippine history where Filipinos tore their cedulas, marking the beginning of the revolution against Spanish rule.

Pugad Lawin

Area in Caloocan where the Cry of Pugad Lawin took place, led by Andres Bonifacio, igniting the Philippine Revolution.

Controversy 1

Debate over whether the tearing of cedulas was a planned strategy or a spontaneous act of defiance during the Cry of Balintawak.

Controversy 2

Discrepancies in historical records and interpretations regarding the events at Pugad Lawin, leading to uncertainties about the accuracy of the tearing of cedulas.

Controversy 3

Challenges in verifying the accuracy of eyewitness and contemporary documents related to the events at Pugad Lawin.

Cry of Pugad Lawin Resolution

Resolution by the National Historical Commission to officially recognize the Cry of Pugad Lawin as the pivotal event in Philippine history, marking the start of the revolution against Spanish oppression.

Which president issues the proclamation?

President Diosdado Macapagal issued: Proclamation Number 149, s. 1963 Upon the NHI’s (National Historical Institute) endorsement

Resolution, final name date and place?

“Cry of Pugad Lawin”August 23, 1896

based on whos research?

NATIONAL HISTORICAL  COMMISION