On February 17, 1872, three Filipino priests—Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora (Gomburza)—were executed by garrote at Bagumbayan (now Rizal Park). The Spanish authorities falsely accused them of leading the Cavite Mutiny, an uprising of Filipino soldiers and workers against Spanish rule. Their deaths were meant to serve as a warning against any attempts to challenge colonial authority. However, instead of deterring resistance, their execution ignited Filipino nationalism, especially among the educated class.
The martyrdom of Gomburza deeply influenced many Filipinos, including Jose Rizal, who later dedicated his novel El Filibusterismo to them. Their unjust execution highlighted the racial discrimination and abuses of the Spanish friars and colonial government, fueling the desire for reforms and, later, revolution. Gomburza’s sacrifice is considered a turning point in Philippine history, as it inspired future leaders of the independence movement to fight for freedom from colonial rule.
How long has it been since the Execution of Gomburza?
1 months,
18 days,
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