Tejeros Convention

The Tejeros Convention was a crucial meeting held on March 22, 1897, during the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule. It took place in Tejeros, Cavite, where revolutionary leaders gathered to establish a new government and decide on a leadership structure. The convention led to the election of Emilio Aguinaldo as the president of the new revolutionary government. However, disagreements emerged among leaders, notably between supporters of Aguinaldo and other factions, which highlighted divisions within the revolutionary movement. This event marked a significant step in the fight for Philippine independence, influencing the direction of the revolution.