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Birthplace of General Gregorio H. del Pilar historical marker


Site in the town of Bulacan where General Gregorio H. del Pilar was born November 14, 1875. Fifth child of Ferrnando H. del Pilar and Felipa Sempio. Intrepid, valiant and youngest Filipino General. Figured most prominently in the defense of Kakaron, Attack of Paombong, Liberation of Bulacan, and in the Battle of Tirad Pass where he died “a soldier and a gentleman,” December 2, 1899.

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