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Proclamation in Bago

When
November 5, 1898
Where
Bago
Part of
Negros Revolution against Spanish rule and the Republic of Negros

General Juan Anacleto Araneta proclaimed the República de Negros in Bago on November 5, 1898.

The proclamation occurred in the plaza of Bago, led by revolutionary forces under General Juan Anacleto Araneta. This event is commemorated as the Fifth of November or Negros Day.

Sources

  1. Republic of Negros Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28
  2. Negros Revolution Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22

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