Obama gives the Philippine navy a boost after touring a former U.S. coast guard cutter.

Brigadier General Gregorio del Pilar led the Filipinos, while Major Peyton March led the Americans. The battle resulted in the death of Del Pilar, along with 51 Filipino soldiers.

READ: PH, US Air Force conduct next phase of 3rd joint patrol Early this month, the Philippine Navy’s BRP Gregorio del Pilar and the US Navy’s USS Gabrielle Giffords held its first phase of ...

The conflicted philosophies behind the heroic struggle continue and become personified in the colorful character of General Gregorio "Goyo" del Pilar.