APOLINARIO MABINI
(Batangas, 1864-1903)
Overcoming extreme poverty and a crippling paralysis, he bacame known as the Brain of the Philippine Revolution. He was one of the chief advisers of President Emilio Aguinaldo and served as foreign minister and President of the cabinet. He staunchly stood for Philippine independence and was exiled to Guam for his refusal to swear allegiance to the United States.
* Photos taken by GBJ at the Luneta (Rizal Park), Manila, on the morning of December 30, 2022 (Rizal Day).
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