Monument of Gregorio del Pilar at the Bulacan Provincial Capitol

Located within the Bulacan Provincial Capitol plaza is a monument commemorating the heroism of Gregorio Del Pilar. Known as the "Boy General," Gregorio del Pilar (November 14, 1875 - December 2, 1899) led Philippine revolutionary forces at the fateful Battle of Tirad Pass during the Philippine-American War.

The following words are embossed on the marker at the front of the monument:

"General Gregorio Del Pilar

Killed at the Battle of Tirad Pass

December 2nd, 1899

Commanding Aguinaldo's rear guard

An Officer and a Gentleman

D.P. Quinlan

2nd Lieutenant, 11th Cavalry

U.S.A.

   

The following words are embossed on the marker on the rear of the monument:

"This monument of General

Gregorio del Pilar is dedicated

to Governor Alejo S. Santos, and

comrades of the Bulacan Military

Area and to the people of Bulacan,

that the youth of the land maybe

reminded of the great sacrifice of

those who gave up their lives

for the cause of democracy and freedom

J. AMADO ARANETA"  

  

These cannons are located on lanes to the left and right of Del Pilar's monument.