The hills of Sampaloc : the opening actions of the Philippine-American War, February 4-5, 1899 / Benito J. Legarda, Jr. ; edited by Ina Bulatao.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Hills of Sampaloc recounts the opening actions during the early hours of the Philippine American War in the Sampaloc, Santa Mesa district in the Eastern Part of the city of Manila. The spot where the first shot was fired is identified as a side road that is now Calle Sosiego (not, as is commonly believed, San Juan Bridge), and the events (probably accidental) leading up to it that night, as well as the calculated American attacks the following day are described in detail, based on official documents (Filipino and American), newspaper reports, eyewitness accounts and private correspondence. The narrative goes on to cover developments following the fighting, such as unsuccessful truce efforts, Aguinaldo's declaration of war, recriminations among the participants, critical comments by anti ? Imperialist Americans and Mabini's Candid assessment of Filipino military capabilities. Numerous photographs, taken mostly from publications of that period, illustrate the text. (Source: http://www.marymartin.com)