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Founding of La Liga Filipina

Overview

  • Rizal founded La Liga Filipina in July 1892 upon his return to the Philippines.

  • This act represented a significant step in the reform movement, aiming to involve the public in socio-economic reforms.

Objectives of La Liga Filipina

  • Unite Filipinos of good character for concerted actions.

  • Promote economic advancement and opportunities for education among talented youth.

  • Enhance the standard of manhood in the Philippines.

Rizal's Vision

  • Rizal believed in exhausting all legal avenues before complaining about the government.

Leadership of La Liga Filipina

  • Founder: Jose Rizal

  • President: Ambrosio Salavador

  • Fiscal: Agustin Dela Rosa

  • Treasurer: Bonifacio Arevalo

  • Secretary: Deodato Arellano

  • Members: Includes notable figures such as Bonifacio, Mabini, and others.

Goals and Missions

  • Aim to consolidate the archipelago into a unified body.

  • Promote mutual protection and defense against violence and injustice.

  • Support education, agriculture, and commerce.

  • Implementation of reforms, establishment of cooperatives, and providing scholarships & legal aid.

Historical Context

  • July 3, 1892: Rizal attended a meeting revealing the goals of La Liga Filipina.

  • The league's officers were elected: Ambrosio Salavador as President.

  • July 6, 1892: Rizal was arrested four days after the Liga was formed.

Rules for Members

  1. Obey orders of the Supreme Council.

  2. Assist in recruiting new members.

  3. Maintain confidentiality of league decisions.

  4. Have a symbolic name that cannot be changed until becoming president.

  5. Report any significant information to the fiscal.

  6. Behave appropriately as a good Filipino.

  7. Help fellow members in any way possible.

Rizal's Arrest and Aftermath

  • In a meeting, Rizal expressed his plan for a Filipino colony in British North Borneo.

  • Rizal was accused of possessing the "Poor Friars" handbill, leading to his arrest three days after the Liga's founding.

  • The league was soon overshadowed by the Katipunan, organized by former members of La Liga, led by Andres Bonifacio.