Battle of Noveleta

Battle of Noveleta
Part of the Philippine Revolution

Historical Marker of the Battle of Noveleta
DateAugust 30, 1896
Location
Result Filipino victory
Belligerents

Katipunan

Spanish Empire

Commanders and leaders
Santiago Alvarez
Pascual Alvarez
Ramón Blanco
Diego de los Ríos
Strength
10,000 men 3,000 combined infantrymen and auxiliaries
Casualties and losses
~500+ ~500+ (Several captured)

The Battle of Noveleta known as Battle of Calero Bridge was a major battle during the Philippine revolution and was one of the first engagements of the revolution in Cavite. In the latter part of the revolution, Noveleta played a key role for the Magdalo and Magdiwang factions. From its capture by the Magdiwang at the start of the revolution, various battles were fought and won by Filipino rebels in Cavite. Noveleta became the seat of the Magdiwang faction of the Katipunan.