Lieutenant Martín Cerezo was a real historical figure who led the besieged Spanish garrison in Baler. The film accurately portrays his stubborn defense and adherence to orders.

Corporal Alonso Zayas was a real member of the Baler garrison. The film's depiction of his dedication and participation in the siege aligns with historical accounts.

Private López Díaz was a real member of the Baler garrison. The film accurately depicts the hardships endured by the soldiers during the siege.

Father López was a real priest who was present during the siege of Baler. His role in the film, including his attempts to negotiate and maintain morale, is based on historical records.

While Villacorta was a real Filipino commander involved in the siege, the film's portrayal of his interactions with the Spanish garrison is somewhat dramatized. He did lead the Filipino forces, but the film takes some liberties.

Rogelio Vigil de Quiñones was a real Spanish medic who was part of the garrison. The film accurately shows his dedication to caring for the wounded during the siege.

A detachment of Spanish soldiers was stationed in Baler, Philippines, in 1898.

Filipino revolutionaries besieged the church in Baler where the Spanish soldiers were stationed.

The siege lasted for 337 days, from June 1898 to June 1899.

The soldiers were initially unaware that Spain had lost the war and ceded the Philippines to the United States.

Lieutenant Martín Cerezo took command after the death of Captain Enrique de las Morenas.

The film realistically portrays the cramped, unsanitary conditions, and dwindling supplies faced by the besieged soldiers.

The film captures the psychological strain of prolonged isolation, fear, and uncertainty.

A friar named Fray Carmelo tried to convince the soldiers to surrender, but they initially refused.

While a soldier named Carlos did play a role in ending the siege, the film may embellish his actions for dramatic effect.

The film attributes the resistance to Cerezo's stubbornness, but other factors likely played a role, such as distrust of the Filipinos and fear of capture.

The siege ended when the soldiers finally surrendered after realizing the war was over.

1898' is generally accurate in depicting the events of the Siege of Baler, but it primarily focuses on the Spanish perspective and may oversimplify some aspects.