Saturday, January 7, 2023

Juan Sumuroy

JUAN SUMUROY
(Samar, c. 1649)

A brilliant military leader, who led the people of Samar in opposing the conscription of men from their homes to work in the shipyards of Cavite. He won several victories against the Spaniards and their allies. He resisted for a year, was captured, and executed.

* Photos taken by GBJ at the Luneta (Rizal Park), Manila, on the morning of December 30, 2022 (Rizal Day).
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