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The day they born
Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora are born in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial period. -
Catholic Church
Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora pursue careers in the Catholic Church. They are ordained as priests and become actively involved in advocating for various reforms within the Church. -
Nationalist Stirrings
The socio-political landscape in the Philippines becomes increasingly tense as nationalist sentiments grow. Filipino intellectuals and reformists, including members of the clergy like Gomburza, begin to openly criticize Spanish colonial policies and abuses. -
Defiant Voices
Gomburza's activism within the Catholic Church and their support for nationalist causes attract attention and scrutiny from Spanish authorities. They become known for their outspokenness on issues of social justice and Filipino rights. -
Controversial Connections
The Cavite Mutiny erupts, instigated by Filipino members of the Spanish military. While there's debate about Gomburza's direct involvement, they are implicated due to their nationalist sympathies and connections to some of the mutineers. -
Justice Denied
Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora are hastily tried by a Spanish military tribunal, known as the Cavite Trial. Despite lack of concrete evidence linking them to the mutiny, they are found guilty of sedition and sentenced to death. -
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Crackdown
In the aftermath of the mutiny, Spanish authorities conduct mass arrests, targeting not only the mutineers but also individuals perceived as threats to Spanish rule, including Gomburza. -
The Martyrdom of Gomburza
Fathers Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos and Jocinto Zamora (Gomburza), all Filipino priest, was executed by the Spanish colonizers on charges of subversion. The charges against Fathers Gomez, Burgos and Zamora was their alleged complicity in the uprising of workers at the Cavite Naval Yard. The death of Gomburza awakened strong feelings of anger and resentment among the Filipinos.