Which figure is commonly described as the Visayan Joan of Arc?

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Teresa Magbanua is commonly described as the Visayan Joan of Arc because she took on frontline leadership in the Philippine Revolution in Panay, organizing and guiding revolutionary troops against the Spanish. Her bravery and ability to inspire and mobilize fighters—especially women—earned her this regional comparison to Joan of Arc. The other figures are celebrated for different roles: Melchora Aquino is famed as the Mother of the Philippine Revolution from Luzon; Gregoria de Jesus was a Katipunera and Bonifacio’s partner; Marcella Agoncillo is known for sewing the first Philippine flag.