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Philippine–American War: A 60-man Filipino rearguard was defeated at the Battle of Tirad Pass, but delayed the American advance long enough to ensure President Emilio Aguinaldo's escape.
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Philippine–American War
Armed Philippine-American conflict (1899–1902)
The Philippine–American War, known alternatively as the Philippine Insurrection, Filipino–American War, or Tagalog Insurgency, emerged following the conclusion of the Spanish–American War in December 1898 when the United States annexed the Philippine Islands under the Treaty of…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Rearguard
Military unit or personnel that protects the rear of the main force
A rearguard or rear security is a part of a military force that protects it from attack from the rear, either during an advance or withdrawal. The term can also be used to describe forces protecting lines, such as communication lines, behind an army. Even more generally, a…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)
Battle of Tirad Pass
1899 battle of the Philippine–American War
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Emilio Aguinaldo
Filipino revolutionary leader (1869–1964)
Emilio Aguinaldo y Famy was a Filipino revolutionary, statesman, and military leader who became the first president of the Philippines (1899–1901), and the first president of an Asian constitutional republic. He served the 2nd shortest term as president of the Philippines,…Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)