Who is Anastacio Carpio?

Answer 1

A filipino freemason and lawyer in the late 1800's early 1900's. Responsible for managing the family's coffee and tobacco investments in the Tarlac region. Member of the Katipunan along with other members of the Carpio house (one notable being Miguel Malvar). At the end of the revolution, Anastacio was already an old man. He died before Philippine independence from colonial rule was fully realized (due to complications introduced during the Philippine-American War) at the age of 82.

Much of Anastacio's life (along with a majority of the Katipunan) has been shrouded in mystery due to the strict oath of secrecy with society members. Failure to adhere to the oaths of the society typically resulted in death and in some cases, extended to close friends and family. However, historical title documents show that Anastacio's branch of Carpio still survives with substantial, active land investments within the Tarlac region and surrounding areas.