University of the East

ZGE_1106 - DAAF

Challenge 10.1
Readings in Philippine History: History and Science Learning

Group Leader: May 4, 2022 (Wednesday)

GUITTAP, PAUL JUSTIN F.
Group Members:
LADESMA, JAMES PATRICK B.
PADUA, RENZ CARLOS

Categories Key Words in the documents Intention of the

signatories

Declaration of Philippine “BEFORE ME, Ambrosio The intention was to

Independence Rianzares Bautista, War memorialize the
Counsellor and Special Delegate proclamation of
designated to proclaim and independence by
solemnize this Declaration of remembering the people
Independence by the Dictatorial of the land that have
Government of the Philippines, grown tired of enduring
pursuant to, and by virtue of, a the dominance of Spanish
Decree issued by the Egregious society.
Dictator Don Emilio Aguinaldo y
Famy,”
Arrests and Abuses of the
Civil Guards “Civil Guards who cause deaths
in connivance with and even
under the express orders of their
superior officers who at times
would order the shooting of those
placed under arrest under the
pretext that they attempted to
escape in violation of known
Rules and Regulations, which
abuses were left unpunished"
The intention was to
recognize the abuses and
injustices made by the
Spanish people and the
trials without hearing to
be denied, the unfair
deportations of Filipinos
with the instigation of the
archbishop.

“because of unjust deportations of

illustrious Filipinos, especially
those decreed by General Blanco
at the instigation of the
Archbishop and the friars
interested in keeping them in
ignorance for egoistic and selfish
ends”
First Revolution in August
1896 “Had resolved to start a
revolution in August 1896 in
order to regain the independence
and sovereignty of which the
people had been deprived by
Spain through Governor Miguel
Lopez de Legazpi”
“after the destruction of the
Spanish Squadron by the North
American Navy, and
bombardment of the plaza of
Cavite, Don Emilio Aguinaldo
returned in order to initiate a new
revolution and no sooner had he
given the order to rise on the 31st
of last month when several towns
anticipating the revolution, rose in
revolt on the 28th”
The intention was to
recall the events that led
to a revolutionary
movement, from Spain's
denial of independence to
the start of a revolution.
educating the people
from Ferdinand
Magellan's arrival, all the
way to the eventual
colonization of the
Philippines to inspire
them to fight for their
independence.

“the revolutionary movement

spreading like wildfire to other
towns of Cavite and the other
provinces of Bataan, Pampanga,
Batangas, Bulacan, Laguna, and
Morong.
Punishment for the Impunity
“And in punishment for the The intention was to
impunity with which the recall those who died
Government sanctioned the because of the
commission of abuses by its punishment and injustices
officials” of that government, for
Rizal who was sacrificed
“for the unjust execution of Rizal and those who opposed
and others who were sacrificed in the friars.
order to please the insatiable
friars in their hydropical thirst for
vengeance against”

“extermination of all those who

oppose their Machiavellian ends,
trampling upon the Penal Code of
these Islands, and of those
suspected persons arrested by the
Chiefs of Detachments at the
instigation of the friars, without
any form nor semblance of trial
and without any spiritual aid of
our sacred Religion”

Unfolding of the Philippine

Flag “this Nation, already free and
independent as of this day, must
use the same flag which up to
now is being used, whose design
and colors are found described in
the attached drawing”
The intention was to
declare the official flag of
the country and the
declaration of
independence, it also
discusses the importance
of the insignia, colors,
and other aspects of the
flag.
 Signatories “I present it to the gentlemen here The intention was to
assembled...” show the names of the
people who have
“Who solemnly swear to witnessed, sworn, and
recognize and defend it unto the signed the declaration of
last drop of their blood. independence document.

In witness thereof, I certify that

this Act of Declaration of
Independence was signed by me
and by all those here assembled
including the only stranger who
attended those proceedings,”

As the Revolutionists have suffered a great deal of blood and tears upon attaining our
independence, the values that they had exhibited should be aspired by and given importance to
the people today. The verses of our national anthem; given the context, were conceived in a time
when such pretense was needed to set ablaze the spirit of the nations’ independence. Although it
was written at a time when that said independence is at a great distance to reach, the aspiration of
freedom and independence remains within the context. Questions were posed now that the
present knows the words “Ang mamatay ng dahil sayo.” means; will the people laugh at the
verses’ solemn intention? What do the verses mean to the men marching to die in Manila; and
picturing ourselves as a contingent at that time, what would these words mean to us, as normal
people with family?

Mr. Guittap stated that sacrificing oneself for a movement is admirable and not something
to laugh at or take for granted. What he discerned in the phrases' meaning to the people who will
march to Manila is their conviction for their nation and the will of the peoples' sacrifice for the
country and the ones living within. For Mr. Guittap, "Ang mamatay ng dahil sayo" for him to
stake his life for a cause, however, in his opinion, dying for his country is not worth it, as those
who are at the top can always change, and the ideals and principle that they fight for can always
change, and that there is nothing more important other than family. Mr. Guittap however, stated
that if the moment ever came that he will have to give his life, he will die not for the country, but
for his loved ones who are residing within it.

In Mr. Padua’s words, dying for a noble cause and being selfless for the better of others is
a worthy way of spending your last moments. Knowing that your sacrifice gives opportunities
for the future generations, family, and friends that you know and love will give my mind and
soul peace as I lay down in my final moments and with my dying breath. The act of sacrificing
one’s self, as stated in the song, to me is more than just lyrics to a song, it's a powerful statement
with rich history behind its meaning. Giving everything up just so that others can benefit from
your sacrifice and possibly do the same for the better is a noble act that can carry weight for
centuries to come.

In Mr. Ladesma, the phrase Ang mamatay ng dahil sayo. That is the meaning of that line
for Filipinos. It discusses the country's history, obstacles it has experienced, culture, traditions,
and people who live there. Its own expressions, meanings, and motivations for writing that song
for that particular country. It appears to be very sad at first since they must sacrifice their lives in
order for us to have a better life now, but as you examine its significance, you will learn about
the Philippines' history, a history rich in the sacrifices of those who battled for our independence.

In conclusion, the words “Ang mamatay ng dahil sayo.” is the personification of

Filipinos' will and desire to achieve independence, no matter what, even at the cost of their lives.
The sacrifice people have made for independence has shaped our society, and picturing ourselves
as persons of the past, the same sacrifice can still be made to achieve independence.