Battle of Zapote River

When

13 Jun 1899

Kind

Battle

Coordinates

14.46° N, 120.97° E

Description

1899 battle during the Philippine–American War

Battle during the Philippine–American War

The Battle of Zapote River, also known as the Battle of Zapote Bridge, was fought on the 13 June 1899 between 1,200 Americans and between 4,000~5,000 Filipinos. It was the second largest battle of the Philippine–American War after the Battle of Manila five months before in February 1899. Zapote River separates the town of Las Piñas in what was then Manila province from Bacoor in the province of Cavite.

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