MODULE 14 Flashcards
Who was Antonio Luna?
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Answer: Antonio Luna was a Filipino general, pharmacist, and revolutionary leader who played a crucial role in the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War.
When and where was Antonio Luna born?
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Answer: He was born on October 29, 1866, in Binondo, Manila.
What was Luna’s educational background?
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Answer: Luna studied pharmacy in Europe and later obtained a doctorate.
What was Luna’s role in the Philippine Revolution?
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Answer: Luna organized and led Filipino forces in battles against the Spanish colonial army and was later appointed Chief of War Operations by Emilio Aguinaldo.
What was the major cause of Luna’s conflicts with fellow revolutionaries?
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Answer: Luna advocated for centralized military command and strict discipline, which clashed with Aguinaldo’s preference for decentralization.
What was the Cabanatuan Incident?
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Answer: On June 5, 1899, Luna was summoned to a meeting by Aguinaldo in Cabanatuan, Nueva Ecija. Upon arrival, he was attacked and assassinated by Aguinaldo’s men.
What were the major theories about Luna’s assassination?
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Ordered by Aguinaldo – Luna’s rising popularity and opposition to negotiations with Americans led Aguinaldo to eliminate him.
Personal Vendetta – Luna had personal conflicts with some officers, particularly Pedro Janolino.
Misunderstanding – A confrontation between Luna and Janolino escalated into violence, leading to his death.
How was Antonio Luna killed?
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Answer: Luna was stabbed to death by Aguinaldo’s guards, with some reports stating that he was shot first before being stabbed.
What similarities were drawn between the deaths of Luna and Bonifacio?
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Answer: Both were rivals of Aguinaldo and were killed under suspicious circumstances, leading to speculation that Aguinaldo orchestrated both assassinations.
. Who defended Aguinaldo against accusations of ordering Luna’s death?
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Answer:
Emilio “Jun” Abaya, Aguinaldo’s great-grandson, denied the accusations.
Professor Xiao Chua from De La Salle University stated there was no solid evidence proving Aguinaldo ordered Luna’s assassination.
What did Pedro Janolino claim about Luna’s death?
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Answer: Janolino claimed he killed Luna in self-defense, fearing Luna would kill him and his men first.
How was Luna viewed by his fellow soldiers?
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Answer: Luna was highly respected for his military skills, but his strict and dictatorial leadership made him unpopular among some Filipino troops.
