Reading the

Proclamation of
Philippine
Independence
Cyreal James Cameros
BSCpE – 2nd year
Reading the Proclamation of
Philippine Independence

Declaration of Independence

Proclamation of Philippine
Independence

Protectorate Proclaimed
 Declaration of Independence
 With a government in operation, Aguinaldo thought that
it was necessary to declare the independence of the
Philippines. He believed that such a move would inspire
the people to fight more eagerly against the Spaniards
and at the same time, lead the foreign countries to
recognize the independence of the country.
June 12, 1898
 Proclamation of Philippine Independence

 The most significant achievement of Aguinaldo's 

Dictatorial Government was the proclamation of Philippine
Independence in Kawit, Cavite, on June 12, 1898. The day was
declared a national holiday. Thousands of people from the
provinces gathered in Kawit to witness the historic event. The
ceremony was solemnly held at the balcony of 
General Emilio Aguinaldo's residence. The military and civil
officials of the government were in attendance.
 Protectorate Proclaimed

 Aguinaldo continued his moves for consolidation. The

next step was the proclamation of Philippine
Independence on June 12, 1898. Appropriate
celebrations marked the event in Kawit at which the
Philippine flag was officially raised and the Philippine
National Anthem first publicly played.
… End …