Episode 4 of 5

Puppet Government Transition

When
16 November 1899–March 1901
Where
Fort Pilar
Part of
Vicente Álvarez proclaims the Republic of Zamboanga

Isidoro Midel took over the presidency in November 1899, turning the republic into a U.S. protectorate.

Midel signaled American forces to enter Fort Pilar, overthrowing Álvarez's government. The republic continued under Midel as a puppet government, with Mariano Arquiza later succeeding him in 1901.

Sources

  1. Republic of Zamboanga Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-19
  2. Zamboanga City Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05

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