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Medal - General Gregorio Del Pilar (Tirad Pass) ND
| Bronze | - | 43.6 mm |
| Location | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Period | Japanese occupation (1942-1945) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Diameter | 43.6 mm |
| Shape | Round with a loop |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#118332 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sprig with leaves
Script: Latin
Lettering: TIRAD PASS MEDAL
Comment
Honeycutt- 330, Basso- 168
Gregorio Hilario del Pilar y Sempio (November 14, 1875 – December 2, 1899) was one of the youngest generals in the Philippine Revolutionary Forces during the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine–American War. He is most known for his successful assault on the Spanish barracks of Cazadores in the municipality of Paombong, his victory on the first phase Battle of Quingua and his last stand at the Battle of Tirad Pass. during the Philippine-American war. Because of his youth, he became known as the "Boy General".
