Today in Philippine History: General Funston Captures Aguinaldo

MARCH 23, 1901

American General Frederick Funston successful captured President Emilio Aguinaldo in a house in Palanan, Isabela. His capture was a well-planned action that involved 78 Macabebe Scouts who were loyal to the Americans. They posed as the added reinforcements to augment Aguinaldo’s forces along with the five ex-Philippine Army officers Gregorio Cadhit, Cecilio Segismundo, Hilario Tal Placido, Dionisio Bato and Lazaro Segovia.

Please visit my personal collection featuring the stamps of President Aguinaldo at http://thephilippinepresidentscollection.yolasite.com/emilio-aguinaldo.php

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