Battle of Mactan

The Battle of Mactan was fought in the Philippines on April 27, 1521.^[1] It was the first time the Filipino people fought back against the Spanish invaders led by Ferdinand Magellan.^[1] Led by the chief Lapu-Lapu, they attacked the Spanish at Punta Engano on the northeast corner of Mactan Island.^[1] Lapu-Lapu's war chief was Bugto Pasa. Magellan was killed by Lapu Lapu in the battle.^[1]

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↑ ^1.0 ^1.1 ^1.2 ^1.3 "Battle of Mactan (1521)". aboutph.com. 2011. Retrieved 30 June 2011.

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