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1949, December 2.  Gen. Gregorio del Pilar, 50th Death Anniversary

Engraved.  American Bank Note Company (ABNC).   Perf 12

Singles, Sheets of 100

                      

  2c  Gregorio del Pilar on Horseback - Singles  (5,000,000)

  4c  Gregorio del Pilar on Horseback - Singles  (4,000,000)

 

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1949 Gen. Gregorio del Pilar - 50th Death Anniversary

Gregorio Hilario del Pilar y Sempio (1875 – 1899) was a general of the Philippine Revolutionary Army during the Philippine–American War.  As one of the youngest generals in the Revolutionary Army, he was known for the successful assault on the Spanish barracks in the municipality of Paombong, his victory on the first phase Battle of Quingua and his last stand at the Battle of Tirad Pass.   He was killed in action at the Battle of Tirad Pass where he was fighting against “Texas Regiment” and Infantry Regiment.  Because of his youth, he became known as the "Boy General". 

 

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