. Founded by Bonifacio, Ladislaw Diwa, Deodato Arellano, and others on July 7, 1892, the secret organization consisted of both male and female patrons, including Bonifacio's wife, who led the female faction. With aiming the organization's goal of independence from Spain, the Katipunan led by Andres Bonifacio started the revolution preceded by the Cry of Pugad Lawin. August 19, 1896, the paraphernalia used in printing Katipunan documents and other items was found revealing the existence of the Katipunan. Consequently, a series of arrests of Katipuneros in Manila followed, and many Filipinos were jailed or imprisoned. As many as five hundred arrests were performed and many escaped the city for fear of been captured, tortured, or killed.

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