Francisco Carreón facts for kids
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Francisco Carreón
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Carreón in the end of 1890s or in the beginning of the 1900s
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| Acting Vice President of the Tagalog Republic Unofficial Vice President of the Philippines |
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| In office May 6, 1902 – July 14, 1906 |
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| President | Macario Sakay |
| Preceded by | Last title held by Mariano Trias, as Vice President of Tejeros Republic |
| Succeeded by | Abolished title next held by Sergio Osmeña |
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| Born | October 5, 1868 Cotabato, Cotabato, Captaincy General of the Philippines, Spanish Empire |
| Died | Between 1939–1941 (aged 71 or 73) Philippine Commonwealth |
| Political party | Katipunan Republika ng Katagalugan |
| Spouse | Bibiana Bautista |
| Children | 1 |
| Profession | Revolutionary |
Francisco Carreón y Marcos (born October 5, 1868) was an important Filipino general. He fought in the Philippine Revolution against Spain and later in the Philippine–American War. He became the vice president of Macario Sakay's Tagalog Republic. This group continued to resist the United States until 1906. He was captured in 1906 and later released in 1930. He passed away sometime between 1939 and 1941.
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A Young Revolutionary's Life
Francisco Carreón was born on October 5, 1868. His hometown was Cotabato on the island of Mindanao. He later moved to Manila and studied in a place called Trozo.
Francisco worked as a blacksmith and then as a machacante (a type of laborer) in Tondo. He earned a small amount of money each week. In 1886, he joined the Spanish Cuerpo de Caribiñero, which was a police-like group. He married Bibiana Bastida, and they had a daughter named Dorotea.
Joining the Katipunan
In 1892, Francisco Carreón joined the Katipunan. This was a secret society that wanted to free the Philippines from Spanish rule. His cousin, Emilio Jacinto, was also a member. Francisco started as a leader of a local branch. He was later elected to the Katipunan's Supreme Council. This council was led by the founder, Andrés Bonifacio.
Even while serving in the Katipunan, Francisco also worked for the Spanish colonial government. He was part of the Civil Guard. He knew about plans to help José Rizal, a Filipino hero, escape. Francisco was also present at the Cry of Balintawak. This event marked the beginning of the Philippine Revolution.
Fighting for Freedom
During the Philippine Revolution, Francisco Carreón took part in the Battle of Zapote Bridge in Cavite. This battle happened on February 17, 1897. He supported Andrés Bonifacio when Bonifacio faced difficulties. Francisco even spoke up for him. However, Bonifacio was later removed from his leadership role. After this, Francisco's involvement in the Revolution became less active for a while.
Continuing the Fight
After Emilio Aguinaldo, another Filipino leader, surrendered to the United States, Francisco Carreón continued to fight. He joined Macario Sakay and others to form a group that resisted American rule.
The Tagalog Republic
Macario Sakay then established the Tagalog Republic. This was a government that aimed to continue the fight for independence. Francisco Carreón became Sakay's vice president and executive secretary. They led the resistance against the Americans.
On July 14, 1906, Francisco and his group entered Manila. American officials did not harm them. Later, they were invited to a town celebration in Cavite. However, this turned out to be a plan to capture them. The group, including Francisco, was arrested and imprisoned in the old Bilibid Prison.
On August 6, Francisco Carreón was sentenced to prison. Macario Sakay sadly died later on September 13. Francisco was eventually released from prison in 1930. He passed away sometime between 1939 and 1941.
