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The 1872 Cavite Mutiny involved strict new policies imposed on Filipino workers and soldiers that caused dissatisfaction. The Spanish governor general reported it as a large conspiracy led by native clergy to overthrow the government. However, historians argue it was just a mutiny, not a conspiracy, and the Spanish friars exaggerated the events for political reasons. This led to executions and imprisonment of educated Filipinos, fueling growing Filipino nationalism.
- Author
- Angel Kalipapa
- Language
- EN