Andres Bonifacio is another key figure in the history of the Philippines and a prominent leader in

the struggle for Philippine independence from Spanish colonial rule. Here is an overview of the
life of Andres Bonifacio:
Early Life and Background:
Andres Bonifacio was born on November 30, 1863, in Tondo, Manila, which was then part of the
Spanish colonial Philippines.
He came from a humble background and experienced poverty and hardships during his youth.
His parents were Santiago Bonifacio and Catalina de Castro.
The Katipunan:
Bonifacio is best known for founding and leading the Katipunan, a revolutionary society
established on July 7, 1892. The full name of the organization was "Kataas-taasang, Kagalang-
galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan" (Supreme and Venerable Society of the Sons of
the Nation).
The Katipunan aimed to achieve Philippine independence from Spanish colonial rule through
armed rebellion.
Role in the Philippine Revolution:
Bonifacio played a crucial role in galvanizing the masses and organizing them for the armed
struggle. He believed in the empowerment of the common Filipino people.
He led the Katipunan during its early days, including the initiation rites, recruitment drives, and
propaganda efforts.
The Katipunan's main goal was to overthrow Spanish rule, and it played a significant role in
sparking the Philippine Revolution against the Spanish.
Leadership and Conflicts:
Bonifacio's leadership of the Katipunan was not without internal conflicts. He clashed with other
revolutionary leaders, most notably Emilio Aguinaldo, over issues of leadership and strategy.
In 1897, the internal rift led to the Tejeros Convention, where Aguinaldo was elected as
president of the revolutionary government, causing a split in the ranks.
Capture and Execution:
In 1897, Bonifacio and his brother Procopio were captured by Aguinaldo's forces. They were
tried for treason and were subsequently sentenced to death.
On May 10, 1897, both Andres and Procopio Bonifacio were executed by a firing squad in the
mountains of Maragondon, Cavite.
Legacy:
Andres Bonifacio is considered a national hero in the Philippines for his dedication to the cause
of independence and his role in the early stages of the Philippine Revolution.
He is often referred to as the "Father of the Philippine Revolution" and is celebrated for his
advocacy of a truly independent and sovereign Philippines.
His life and legacy continue to inspire Filipinos in their pursuit of freedom and social justice.
Andres Bonifacio's contributions to the Philippine struggle for independence, along with those of
Jose Rizal and other national heroes, remain an integral part of Philippine history and serve as a
source of pride and inspiration for the Filipino people.