Baluarte de San Diego

        Designed and built by Jesuit priest Antonio Sedeño from 1586 to 1587. It is one of the oldest stone fortifications in Intramuros. Began as a circular fort called Nuestra Señora de Guia, renovated in 1593 to join the walls of the city. Fort fell in disrepair. New baluarte completed between 1653 and 1663. Resembling an ace of spades, it housed a foundry during the 18th century.

Breached by the British forces with cannon fire in 1762. Restored after the British occupation but damaged during the earthquake of 1863. It was then condemned by the Spaniards. Totally destroyed during the Battle of Manila in 1945. Restored from 1979 to 1992.

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The Old Machine Gun used to kill Filipino people.