General Philippine History
- June 19, 1861 – Birth of Dr. José Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines.
- June 20, 1899 – The Battle of Zapote River, a major conflict between Filipino forces and American troops during the Philippine-American War.
- June 23, 1898 – Establishment of the Revolutionary Government under Emilio Aguinaldo, replacing the Dictatorial Government.
World War II Events
- June 19-20, 1944 – The Battle of the Philippine Sea, a crucial naval battle where U.S. forces defeated the Japanese fleet, significantly weakening Japan’s air power.
- June 1942 – The Japanese occupation of the Philippines was in full effect, with resistance movements growing across the country.
- June 1945 – The final stages of the Battle of Manila, leading to the liberation of the Philippines from Japanese control.
