The Filipino Martyrs

The Filipino Martyrs: A Story Of The Crime Of February 4, 1899 is a historical book written by Richard Brinsley Butler Sheridan and published in 1900. The book tells the story of the Philippine-American War, specifically the events that took place on February 4, 1899, when American soldiers opened fire on a group of unarmed Filipino soldiers and civilians in Manila. The incident resulted in the deaths of several Filipinos, who are now known as the ""Filipino Martyrs.""Sheridan's book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the massacre, as well as the aftermath and the international response to the incident. He also explores the political and social context of the Philippine-American War, including the attitudes and motivations of both the American and Filipino sides.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Philippines and the United States, as well as the broader history of imperialism and colonialism. It sheds light on a little-known incident that had a significant impact on the course of the Philippine-American War and the relationship between the two countries. Overall, The Filipino Martyrs is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on a critical moment in Philippine and American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.