The Katipuneros' "Cry of Pugad Lawin" against tyrannical Spanish authority in the

Philippines in 1896 demonstrated not just the Filipino people's bravery and fortitude, but
also their freedom-loving trait and nature. The revolt against Spain began in 1896, when
Spanish authorities uncovered the "Katipunan," a Filipino revolutionary society planning
against their colonizers, and ended in 1902, when Spain lost control of the Philippines
and handed sovereignty to the United States.

Andres Bonifacio was the Supreme Katipunan (association), or Kataas-taasan,

Kagalang-galang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan, as it was also known (Highest and
Most Venerated Association of the Sons and Daughters of the Land). Dr. Jose Rizal,
whose literary works, particularly Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, showed the
cruelties of the Spanish colonizers, was an inspiration for the group. Both Bonifacio and
Rizal were members of 'La Liga Filipina,' a progressive organization founded by Rizal
that advocated peaceful reforms, before Katipunan was founded. Various tales put the
Cry at various times and locations. There are several debates on when and where it
actually happened. Part of the seeming ambiguity stems from the phrases "Balintawak"
and "Caloocan" having dual meanings around the turn of the century. The "Cry of
Pugad Lawin" cannot be obtained as historically precise on the specified location and
date of the eyewitness due to a lack of proof from the witness and paperwork.

Despite this, the Philippine Revolution remains one of the most significant events in the
country's history, inspiring generations of Filipinos to embrace a proud sense of
nationalism. During an era of intense struggle and warfare, Filipinos from many origins
came together to fight colonialism. I am nothing but a proud Filipino, who was given the
chance to know the history of my own country. Guillermo Masangkay, a member of the
Katipuneros, fought valiantly not only to prove something to his own state, but also to
write another significant chapter in the history of his own people. He demonstrates that
not all persons who did not complete their studies were useless; rather, they exploited
their shortcomings and inability to push through all of the challenges they face in their
daily lives, and no matter how difficult life may be, they maintain a strong faith in
themselves. They have earned my complete trust and respect. They are responsible for
my independence, liberty, and patriotism, which I enjoy today and will continue to enjoy
in the future. No one could ever replace the heroism they instilled in this country, and
we thank each and every person who gave their life for the Philippines' independence.