KKK

Historical Context
The Katipunan, also known as Kataastaasan Kagalanggalang na Katipunan ng mga Anak ng
Bayan (KKK), English: Supreme and Honorable Association of the Children of the Nation;
Spanish: Suprema y Honorable Asociación de los Hijos del Pueblo), holds a prominent place in
Philippine history. This revolutionary society played a crucial role in the fight for independence
against Spanish colonial rule. Emerging in the late 19th century, it was founded by Filipino
patriots who sought to liberate the country from Spanish oppression. It was established on July 7,
1892, who aimed to unite Filipinos and inspire resistance against the Spanish regime.
However, to fully understand what brought about for the need of the Katipunan, we have to go
further back in time; Starting with the arrival of Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, the Philippines was
under Spanish control for over three hundred years. The Spanish colonial government implement
a system of governance, favoring Spanish elite, thereby marginalizing the local population. This
created a political landscape and a population that sought change. The Katipunan holds a
significant place in history, as it played a pivotal role for the Philippines fight for
independence.Spanish abuse, which included forced labor (polo y servicio, high taxation and
discrimination caused widespread grievances among the local population, furthered the need for
change. This paved the way for revolutionary sentiments to take root.
The founders of the Katipunan were:
Deodato Arrellano (Deodato Arellano y de la Cruz (July 26, 1844 – October 7, 1899[2]) was a
Filipino propagandist and the first president of the Katipunan, which was founded at his home in
Azcarraga Street (Claro M. Recto Avenue today), Manila. He was first to be given the title
Supremo by the Katipunan.He was a member of the Freemasonry in the Philippines and became
involved in the Propaganda Movement.)
Teodoro Plata (Teodoro Plata (1866 – February 6, 1897) was a Filipino patriot, and a co-founder
of the Katipunan, the secret society which sparked the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule
in 1896.)
Valentin Diaz, (Valentín Díaz y Villanueva (1 November 1845 – 11 December 1916) was a
Filipino patriot who was among the founders of the Katipunan that started the Philippine
Revolution against Spain in 1896. He was elected as treasurer of the organization. On July 7,
1892, he together with fellow masons Andres Bonifacio, Deodato Arellano, Ladislao Diwa, and
Jose Dizon founded the Katipunan through the ritual of blood compact)
Ladislao Diwa,( Ladislao Diwa y Nocon (June 27, 1863 − March 12, 1930) was a Filipino patriot
who was among the founders of the Katipunan that initiated the Philippine Revolution against
Spain in 1896.)
Andres Bonifacio, Andrés Bonifacio y de Castro (November 30, 1863 – May 10, 1897) was a
Filipino revolutionary leader. He is often called "The Father of the Philippine Revolution", and
considered one of the national heroes of the Philippines.)
Jose Dizon. (José Dizon y Matanza (died January 11, 1897) was a Filipino patriot who was
among those who founded the Katipunan that sparked the Philippine Revolution)

The Leaders of the Katipunan:

 Deodato Arellano –Supremo (Pangulo)
 Ladislao Diwa –Fiscal (Tagausig)
 Teodora Plata –Secretary (Kalihim)
 Valentine Diaz –Treasurer (Tagaingat-yaman)
 Andres Bonifacio –Controller (Taga-kontrol)