Today in Philippine History (Philatelic Edition):
DECEMBER 13, 1896
Governor-General Ramon Blanco y Erenas was replaced through a Royal Decree.
His term which began on December 9, 1893 saw the establishment of the first electric light in Manila and the birth of Andres Bonifacio’s Katipunan.
He had a conciliatory position on the revolution to improve Spain’s image but declared martial law in Manila, Bulacan, Cavite, Pampanga, Tarlac, Laguna, Batangas and Nueva Ecija, which represented the eight rays in the Philippine flag.
He opposed Jose Rizal’s execution and as an apology to the family he gave his sash and sword.
(Design, concept, stamps and research: Richard Allan Uy) All rights reserved
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