Diego Silang Politician
Diego Silang y Andaya (December 16, 1730 – May 28, 1763) was a revolutionary leader who conspired with British forces to overthrow Spanish rule in the northern Philippines and establish an independent Ilocano nation. His revolt was fueled by grievances stemming from Spanish taxation and abuses, and by his belief in self-government, that the administration and leadership of the Roman Catholic Church and government in the Ilocos be invested in trained Ilocano officials.She met an Itneg woman with a name of Gabriela Carino. He married Gabriela and make a family at Ilocos Province.
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| Birth date | December 16, 1730 |
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| Date of death | May 28, 1763 |
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