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Heritage - general - authorities - etc. and Historical places - etc.

THE OFFICIAL CALENDAR - An Almanac of Philippine Commemorations

The Electoral Almanac - the history of Philippine elections - Etc.

Heritage of Fortifications

Ancient Goldworking & Treasures

Heritage Ancient Death, Funeral, Burial and the Dead

Historical Churches

Film art Heritage

Why the PH is a safe haven for refugees

"Philippine Refugee Centers" and "The Boat People" - Etc.

History of the Philippines e.g.:

Ancient Dynasties - Kingdoms and Sultanates of Pre-Colonial Philippines

Maharlika

The People Power Revolution, the EDSA Revolutions

Massacres - historical and 1968 - ???

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Heritage of Transportation - Etc. e.g.:
Railway systems
Tramway systems
Maritime heritage - Museums etc. e.g. Boats
Tartanilla, Kalesa and Carromata

Architectural Heritage: Indigenous, Ancient, Colonial and Famous - etc.

Ferdinand E. E. Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator, Martial Law, Burial, Etc. and
Burying Marcos in Libingan ng mga Bayani - 'Heroes' Cemetery?

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Languages: History & Heritage, Evolution, "Dead", Endangered

The Philippine Flag - Evolution - Flag days, National Symbols - etc.

National Heroes Day

Philippine Money - History and Museums

Landmarks, National parks and World Heritage etc.

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	What's the quincentennial all about? What events will be held? What do you know about the year 1521? Pia Ranada September 11, 2019 Most Filipinos, indeed most people, likely recall this as the year Portugese explorer Ferdinand Magellan "discovered" a group of islands that would one day be called the Philippines. The 1521 Battle of Mactan and pre-colonial history will be the highlight of the Philippines' commemoration of the first circumnavigation of the world
	The slow death of Philippine history in high school Jamaico D. Ignacio October 26, 2019 It is no surprise to me if more students tend to believe that Rizal is actually ‘Jack the Ripper’ or wonder why Apolinario Mabini is always sitting in the film 'Heneral Luna'
	Duterte's sense of history Vicente L. Rafael November 10, 2019 President Rodrigo Duterte's version of historical time is one of unending trauma, where experience outstrips expression. What's the difference between President Rodrigo Duterte and his predecessors? *Read ALL links in the article*
	National Historical Commission of the Philippines, NHCP a part of the government. Its mission is "the promotion of Philippine history and cultural heritage through research, dissemination, conservation, sites management and heraldry works." Look also the Video Labor day - National Heroes Day
	The Museum Foundation of the Philippines formerly Concerned Citizens for the National Museum is a non-stock, non-profit, membership, and volunteer organization dedicated to developing greater awareness and appreciation in the Filipino of our country’s rich artistic and cultural heritage in partnership with the National Museum and its network of divisions and branches. List of Museums in the Philippines
	The Filipinas Heritage Library (FHL) is the other half of Ayala Foundation’s Arts and Culture Division. As a one-stop digital research center on the Philippines, its mission is to spark and stoke interest in the visual, aural, and printed story of the Filipino.
	MONUMENTS: 'The Manila of our affections' Jun 12, 2019 What do monuments mean to our everyday lives? As they build and bear witness to historic statues, monuments, and structures, do Filipinos truly care to remember?
Video	This is the Philippines Catriona Gray showcases PH's rich heritage by Cat'elle December 09, 2018 This is the Philippines shows Catriona taking a tour of Luzon. She traveled to Manila, Pampanga, and Rizal, where she showed off Intramuros, Luneta Park, the art of the Higantes, parol (lantern) making, and paintings by the country's national artists. The article HERE
--	'To Be in History: Dark Days of Authoritarianism' Book on Martial Law launched: 'It is happening again' May 05, 2019 The newly launched book 'To Be in History: Dark Days of Authoritarianism' aims to remind Filipinos about the struggle for freedom during the Marcos regime. Seeing similarities between the present and the Philippines' dark days under military rule, Martial Law survivors launched a book documenting their experiences to remind Filipinos about their past. -- A petty dictator Vergel O. Santos December 21, 2019 The significance of Cory’s book cannot be overemphasized. Her stature alone lends it the poundage of truth needed to crush the creeping conspiracy to not only distort, but flat-out falsify the history of the period to rehabilitate its villains.
	Smoking guns of history by Vergel Santos September 16, 2017 Once he dodged Trillanes' challenge, Paolo Duterte, academic specialization notwithstanding, could not stop his secret tattoo going into the ledgers under the same column as Ferdinand Marcos' transplanted kidneys, and Joseph Estrada's unopened envelope. A tattoo on the back of the President's son Paolo Duterte is the latest to go into the box of telltale secrets of recent history. Its very concealment inspires suspicions attaching a smoking-gun quality to it. In fact, similar secrets have attracted enough credibility unseen to contribute to the ouster of two presidents – Ferdinand Marcos and Joseph Estrada.
	It's final Philippines leaves International Criminal Court Duterte throws out decade-long fight for the International Criminal Court *It took 11 years under 3 presidents for the Philippines to finally become a member of the International Criminal Court. That ends under President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday, March 17, 2019.*
	Investigate atrocities during PH-US War, WWII, Martial Law by Mara Cepeda September 14, 2016 House Resolution 339 also seeks to commend President Rodrigo Duterte for saying that the Philippines would pursue an 'independent foreign policy' Under House Resolution (HR) Number 339, Roque wants Duterte to form independent commissions composed of experts who would "investigate, write, and make public through academic publications and other venues" complete historical accounts of the following: The Filipinos killed during the Philippine-American War from 1899 to 1902 The "horrific" system of sexual slavery imposed by the Japanese Imperial Army on Filipinos during World War II Human rights violations committed during the regime of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos
	From an old poet to a young novelist (and back) by Mila D. Aguilar January 02, 2017 A lesson in martial law and current history
	Heroism, Heritage, and Nationhood Essays and Features from the Official Gazette is a compendium of long-form essays featured in the Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines and the Presidential Museum and Library websites. This book is one of the special legacy publications of the Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office (PCDSPO), the office mandated to preserve and curate the institutional memory of the Office of the President.
	Editorial: Families and heritage May 22, 2016 May, declared as National Heritage Month, challenges Filipino families and communities to keep alive the valuable legacy of our ancestors, which shape our sense of who we are.
	The Philippines: The Biblical land of Ophir? Do you think Philippines is the Land of Ophir which can be found in the bible? Ophir is a port or region mentioned in the Bible, famous for its wealth. King Solomon is supposed to have received a cargo of gold, silver, sandalwood, precious stones, ivory, apes and peacocks from Ophir, every three years. Look also HERE OPHIR, ITS LOCATION UNVEILED "Where is Tarshish and Ophir" By: IKE T. ARTIGO During the early period of European colonization, the Biblical lands of Tarshish and Ophir, or Tarsis and Ofir, as they were called, held the imagination of European explorers. Not only was it believed that the "lost tribes" of Israel were to be found in these lands, but also untold wealth. "WHAT IS THE ANCIENT NAME OF THE PHILIPPINES?" the Video The Philippines: The Biblical land of Ophir? Remark this is an album in the album "Filipinos & the Philippines, Provinces, Cities, Etc. during old times and then" IMPORTANT look below Maharlika
	Yamashita’s gold has been found and it's not what you think by Piers Kelly August 07, 2016 What many people don’t realize is that Filipinos have been searching for mythical fortunes for quite some time – it’s just that each generation imagines the bounty in a different way
	Obama signs law honoring Filipino WWII veterans by Don Kevin Hapal December 16, 2016 The US is set to award the Congressional Gold Medal to 260,000 Filipino veterans as a 'fitting tribute' to their dedicated service during the last war. Outgoing President Barack Obama signed into law on Thursday, December 15, the Filipino Veterans of World War II Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2015 which honors Filipinos who fought valiantly alongside US soldiers in the last war. U.S. Congress honors Filipino veterans of World War II by Michael Bueza October 29, 2017 - with Video US Congress awards the Congressional Gold Medal to more than 250,000 Filipino veterans in recognition of their service and sacrifice during World War II
Heritage general - authorities - etc. and Historical places - etc. go to overview
This link is often down - up again	The ICOMOS National Committee Philippines ICOMOS is the official international organization of heritage conservation The Video: Augusto Villalon: A History of ICOMOS and ICOMOS Philippines
	Philippine Historical Association The National Historical Institute - NHI, as an arm in the culture and development agenda of the government
	The Filipinas Heritage Library A wide range of reference materials on Philippine history, art, and culture
	THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF THE PHILIPPINES Pambansang Sinupan ng Pilipinas NLP Building, T. M. Kalaw Street, Ermita, 1000 Manila 13 million Spanish documents, 60 million cataloged public documents Look RA 9470 - National Archives of the Philippines Act of 2007 and Discovering Philippines - Spanish Archives
Videos in the album Cebu & Visayan - Heritage, Legacy & History	National Archives of the Philippines Cebu from 1600 to 1898 We will trace the documents and papers about Cebu from 1600 to 1898 that are kept by the National Archives of the Philippines through this episode of Kabilin entitled NATIONAL ARCHIVES! Host: Archaeologist and Professor Jojo Bersales.
Historical Photos in the album Cebu & Visayan - Heritage, Legacy & History	Historical Photos from Cebu Many of the photos are from Philippine History Buffs. All descriptions are from uploaders Look all 125 different photos as a slideshow There´s missing a description of many of the photos, so if you can help with one or more or a change to a wrong, we will be glad, please SEND a MESSAGE
	Cebuano cultural heritage Cultural and Historical Affairs Commission, CHAC CHAC is a catalyst for Cebuano cultural heritage providing the best opportunity in art, culture and history within the community, instilling pride and sense of identity and unity among cebuanos as well as among the Filipinos. CHAC shall develop, implement and promote programs and projects that will inculcate the appreciation of cebuano heritage.
	The heritage of Cebu Historical Markers Unveiled Three historical markers from the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) were unveiled yesterday for the Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Zaragosa Church in the southern town of Sibonga, the University of the Philippines - Cebu College administration building, and the Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI) building in Magallanes Street.
Heritage Conservation Society	Online database of built heritage resources in the Philippines Many photos and informations of Heritage buildings & Landmarks The facebook
Cultural Heritage	Cultural Heritage in Philippine Society Aurora Roxas-Lim
	Philippine Special Maps About e.g. Maps of Philippines - Historical from 1700 to 1965 Remark these are albums in the album "Maps of Philippines"
	Ibanag Heritage Foundation Inc. - IHFI Heritage Religious and Beliefs Programs, Projects and Activities
	Baao - Camarines Sur Historical and Cultural Society The society has been established to promote research on the history and culture of the town of Baao, Camarines Sur, so as to preserve its rich historical and cultural heritage, and to cherish the memory and legacy of its illustrious people.
Philippine Heritage Watch	Philippine Heritage Watch Heritage mistakes and disasters so that the public may know
	New species of ancient human discovered in the Philippines By Michael Greshko and Maya Wei-Haas April 10, 2019 Dubbed Homo luzonensis after the island of Luzon where its remains were found, the species is one of the most important finds that will be out in the coming years, one scientist predicts. A previously unknown human species has been discovered after 13 fossil bones and teeth were excavated in a cave in the Philippines. The remains belong to at least 3 individuals from the species "Homo luzonensis," according to scientists. These were found in Callao Cave on the northern part of the island of Luzon. Scientists said these individuals were probably small in stature and possessed an unexpected mix of archaic and modern traits Diggings in Philippine cave find new early human species Agence France-Presse April 11, 2019 A new species of Homo from the Late Pleistocene of the Philippines 10 April 2019 A hominin third metatarsal discovered in 2007 in Callao Cave (Northern Luzon, the Philippines) and dated to 67 thousand years ago provided the earliest direct evidence of a human presence in the Philippines. The Videos in the album "Homo luzonensis"
	Cordillera Cultural Heritage CARIDAD B. FIAR-OD, PhD College Vice President, MPSPC Council of Elders, Igorot Global Organization Look it as pdf HERE or as Video The Videos: Baguio City - Portrait Of A Hill Station -- The Attul of Banghallan - Lagawe, Ifugao The Home of the Early Terrace Builders in Ifugao "The Early Terrace Builders became resilient with the demands of time... They have learned from the remnants of landslides and from every drop of soil that falls along the paddies of the fields" Remark the videos are albums in the album "Cordillera Cultural Heritage"
Video	‘Ang Misteryo ng Kamhantik,’ dokumentaryo ni Kara David (full episode) Dec 8, 2016 Isa sa pinakamataas na bundok sa Bondoc Peninsula ay ang Mt. Kamhantik ng Mulanay, Quezon. Ang pangalan ng bundok na ‘Kamhantik’ ay mula sa salitang ‘kampo ng hantik,’ hango sa mga naglalakihang hamtik na matatagpuan sa lugar. Ngunit nitong mga nagdaang taon ay may nadiskubreng misteryo sa lugar na sumasalamin sa kasaysayan ng lugar. 1,000-year-old village found in Philippines The remains of a 1,000-year-old village have been discovered in the Philippines Limestone tombs of Kamhantik
The peopling of the Philippines	The peopling of the Philippines Gaillard & Mallari
Culture of Ancient Filipinos	The Culture of Ancient Filipinos The Philippines Before Spain The ancient society COMMUNITY STRUCTURE DWELLINGS ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES SOCIAL ORGANIZATION POLITICAL ORGANIZATION JUDICIAL SYSTEM RELIGION BURIAL AND MOURNING CUSTOMS MODE OF DRESSING FOOD ARTS MUSIC
"Ifugao Law"	Heritage: The Ifugao Law (1919) - culture - traditions with many good photos
	New Perspectives on the Manila Trade, c. 1640–1780 Birgit Tremml-Werner Manila's far-reaching connections based on the trade in saltpeter have received little attention in the entangled histories of the Indian Ocean and the China Seas.
	Preserve our Heritage
Videos	Remark these are albums in the album Cebu & Visayan - Heritage, Legacy & History The Journey - Cebu Legacy - How It Came to Be! These Videos contains the historical information of Cebu's favorite historical tourist spots. -- Cebu prior to World War II Oh Cebu pagkatahum mo kaniadto -- Historical Photos from Cebu -- Toledo City Heritage -- Philippine Cultural Heritage Tour Cebu Southeastern Cultural Heritage Tour September 13, 2009 -- An Educational Tour: A Heritage Trail to Southwest Cebu
Videos	Iloilo Heritage Sites Iloilo: Promoting heritage through cultural identity Iloilo is home to decades-old churches and Spanish-era houses, but a group of citizens passionate about heritage want to do more to promote the province’s cultural treasures. To do that, heritage advocate Eugene Jamerlan says the campaign for cultural appreciation begins with instilling a sense of pride among locals. Uploaded on Nov 13, 2014 -- 'Visi-Tour' along Iloilo City's historic sights Jul 24, 2017 A local biking community hopes to promote cycling by holding 'Visi-Tours' - a tour-by-bike to the famed tourist spots of the city. Tour on two wheels: Seeing Iloilo City's historic sights by bike Katerina Francisco July 25, 2017 -- Why is Iloilo important in PH history? For the second straight year, President Aquino chose to celebrate Independence day outside Metro Manila. Jun 11, 2015 -- Panubli-on: The Iloilo Heritage The Fabulous Spanish Heritage of Tigbauan, Iloilo Spanish Heritage in The Philippines Many good informations and photos
	Boljoon Heritage Our Town: Boljoon
	Picturesque Old Philippines
Buhay Pinoy Noon	Collection of old pictures from black and white or color prints
Baliktanaw	Baliktanaw - Filipino Past in Pictures
	A BRIEF HISTORY OF BALAYAN, BATANGAS “BALAYAN", the name of an old town and of vast province Batangas in 1581, which has been figured out here as the center of the ancient country Mai-I
Videos	Artifacts, etc. that shed light into history and ancient customs -- Philippine Artifacts Uploaded on Dec 26, 2011 Mga Yaman ng Guyangan Mar 18, 2014 Artifacts from ancient shipwreck Jul 21, 2015
	Artifacts discovery might lead to lost tribe Experts at the National Museum in the capital Manila are studying the burial urns from a tribe that lived in the Philippines over 2,000 years ago, in what could be a major archaeological discovery. "The pottery has human faces that show emotions," Eusebio Dizon, head of the archaeological unit at the National Museum
	Polished Stone Adzes from Ille Cave at El Nido, Palawan Island Alfred F. Pawlik, University of the Philippines, ASP
	Tabon Man the oldest known fossil age of about 47,000 years remains of Homo sapiens in Southeast Asia — a portion of a human tibia — is from the Tabon Cave near Quezon, Palawan The Tabon Man refers to a particular set of human remains, specifically of the species Homo sapiens - the “intelligent” or “modern” man – believed to be the first man in the Philippines.
	The Code of Kalantiaw
Videos	LAPU LAPU - datu of Mactan Lapu Lapu - and the Battle of Mactan Documentary by Jay Taruc - 16 May 2018 For the first time in Philippine television, I-Witness will trace his roots. Documentarist Jay Taruc travels from Manila to Cebu in search of Lapu Lapu's identity, his culture, and his legacy that will put him in his rightful place in the annals of our Philippine history. -- Ferdinand Magellan and the Battle of Mactan The History Guy Apr 6, 2017 The History Guy reveals the fate of Ferdinand Magellan and the forgotten history of the 1521 Battle of Mactan. Look also HERE and the Videos Kadaugan Sa Mactan
	Duterte to confer 'Order of Lapu-Lapu' on supporters of his advocacies Pia Ranada April 17, 2017 Executive Order Number 17 fulfills the President's campaign promise of elevating the stature of Bisaya heroes.
Video	Calabarzon A Sojourn in Culture, History, Heritage etc. - Apr 15, 2015 Remark this is an album in the album Calabarzon in the album Great places to visit
THE OFFICIAL CALENDAR - An Almanac of Philippine Commemorations The Electoral Almanac - the history of Philippine elections - Etc. go to overview
	THE OFFICIAL CALENDAR of the Republic of the Philippines An Almanac of Philippine Commemorations ENLIVENED WITH ILLUSTRATIONS AND INFORMATION For the past four years, the Presidential Communications Development and Strategic PlanningOffice (PCDSPO) has, as part of its mandate, led the preservation and curatorship of the institutional memory of the Philippine presidency; it has also stood at the forefront of sustaining interest and curiosity about the story of the Filipino people. The PCDSPO has achieved all this in so short a time by taking advantage of and continually improving upon the marriage of new technologies and standby resources-historical papers, photo collections, monographs and articles and textbooks.
	The Philippine Electoral Almanac FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY This book traces the history of Philippine elections. Leading up to the present day, it explores the intricate relationship, in a democracy, between the President and Congress; analyzes the partnerships established between political parties and personalities; fleshes out the history of political coalitions; and details every Philippine national referendum held to date. Look also HERE
	History repeats itself: Senate had mace-chase almost 30 years ago Camille Elemia and Jee Geronimo July 25, 2018 In 1991, a controversial coup that sought to oust then Senate president Jovito Salonga triggered a childish mace-chase in the chamber.
History of the Philippines Most of the videos in these sections are albums in Filipinos & the Philippines, Provinces, Cities, Etc. during old times and then or in the album Philippine History IMPORTANT look also the sections - etc. Martial Law and The People Power Revolution, the EDSA Revolutions and The writ of habeas corpus restored EDSA People Power II, January 16 to 20, 2001 The rise and fall – and rise – of Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Massacres - historical and 1968 - ??? Ancient Dynasties - Kingdoms and Sultanates of Pre-Colonial Philippines e.g. Maharlika The Spanish Era and Historical Laws Languages: History & Heritage, Evolution, "Dead", Endangered go to main overview
	Maps of Philippines, islands, Cities - Municipalities & Barangays - Etc. e.g. Maps of Philippines - Historical from 1700 to 1965 in the album A paradise of 7107 islands
Video	Pigafetta chronicles Oct 15, 2019 For the first time, Filipinos can access the 4 manuscripts of explorer Antonio Pigafetta about precolonial Philippines right in the NHCP library, free of charge Bringing home the Pigafetta manuscripts Pia Ranada October 16, 2019 For the first time, high-resolution copies of Italian explorer Antonio Pigafetta's chronicle are in the Philippine national historian's library, accessible to any Filipino who wants to learn about Magellan's expedition, the 'First Mass,' and the Battle of Mactan
Video	The collective stories of the Filipino people GMA Public Affairs Sept 21, 2019 They have been a repository of ancient books and documents for over 400 years. Within the books’ pages lie hidden stories of national heroes, friars, workers and land owners. They are the stories not only of great men but also of women. Look the FULL description in English an Filipino languages
	David Rumsey Map Collection Slowly to load, but... So many good old historical maps etc. of Philippines
	National Museum of Natural History to open on May 18, 2018 May 03, 2018 The museum will open just in time for International Museum Day IN PHOTOS: A preview of the National Museum of Natural History
	Special - Issue: Culture - Customs - Traditions e.g. The Philippines Then and Now
	History of the Philippines Timeline of History of the Philippines History of the Philippines (Before 1521)
	Laguna Copperplate The Laguna Copperplate Inscription, short LCI, was discovered in 1989 by Alfredo E. Evangelista a sand laborer working on Lumbang River near the outlet to Laguna de Bay found a plate in Barangay Wawa, Lumban, in the Laguna province. The Laguna Copperplate Inscription (also shortened to LCI) is the earliest known written document found in the Philippines. The Video and about Tondo which is one of the oldest historically documented settlements in the Philippines. Scholars generally agree that it was mentioned in the Laguna Copperplate Inscription
	Trade and its historical trend between China and the Philippines in the late Ming Dynasty LI Qing, School of Humanities, Zhejiang University With its opening in the 1570s, the trade between China and the Philippines began to grow speedily, and a large amount of silver flowed from the newly discovered America into China. In order to gain more profits from this trade, Governor of the Philippines, Gonzalo Ronquillo de Pe1alosa, carried out the new customs policy known as almojarifazgo in 1581.
	Philippine Progress Prior to 1898 Austin Craig and Conrado Benitez A Source Book of Philippine History To Supply a Fairer View of Filipino Participation and Supplement the Defective Spanish Accounts
	A History of the Philippines, David P. Barrows One of the best full articles from ancient time to 1905 with many old maps, illustrations and photos
	The What, How and Why of Philippine History Look as pdf HERE
	Society of Saint Pius X - District of Asia SSPX A short Philippine History before the 1898 Revolution
1493-1898	THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS 1493-1898
	A glimpse through history Ancient and pre-Spanish Era Pre-Spanish influence, modern day Magellan and the Spanish influence Americas first entanglement The Japanese and WWII years Americas final rule Early Independence Period The Marcos Era The Aquino Years and Beyond 100 significant events in Philippine history
	Philippine History - Filipino History The First “Filipinos”
	Early filipino in the pre-hispanic period Filipino beliefs and practices before the arrival of the Spaniards. Or look as pdf HERE or as Video Remark this is an album in the album Philippine History
	Pre colonial-period by Janina Demetria, Apprentice at Tomasian Cable Television (TOMCAT) a look into our past settings, customs, practices and culture
	Philippine History, Pre-Colonial Period Society Politics Religion Economic Life Culture Or look as pdf HERE or as Video
	The British Conquest of Manila On October 6, 1762, the city of Manila was conquered by the British, starting a two year period of British rule. At around 4:00 a.m., under the cover of artillery fire, Colonel William Draper and his men entered Manila. This was the first time the Spaniards had been ousted from their Asian colony by a foreign power. The conflict between the European powers during the period of 1756–1763 spilled over to their colonies in Asia. One of the outcomes was a two-year period of British control over the Philippine Islands. Look in full size the map The Attack of Manila, october 1792 and the poster British-occupation
	The Filipino Woman in Pre-Hispanic Times La Mujer Indigena - The Native Woman - A description of the Filipino Woman during Pre-Spanish Time Lorna S. Torralba Titgemeyer Pre-Hispanic Marriage Customs
	Diego Silang and Maria Josefa Gabriela Cariño de Silang Diego Silang y Andaya (December 16, 1730 – May 28, 1763) was a Filipino revolutionary leader who conspired with British forces to overthrow Spanish rule in the northern Philippines and establish an independent Ilocano state. Look also HERE María Josefa Gabriela Cariño de Silang (19 March 1731 – 20 September 1763) was a Filipina revolutionary leader best known as the first female leader of a Filipino movement for independence from Spain. She took over the reins of her husband Diego Silang's revolutionary movement after his assassination in 1763. Look also HERE Finding Gabriela Silang in Abra Aika Rey June 22, 2019 I was drawn to Abra's rolling hills and majestic waterfalls. But with the weather not cooperating, I found myself in a historical place instead Cariño family's ancestral house
	Revisiting the Basi Revolt of 1807: Its Historical and Axiological Relevance Jayson L. Antonio and Celerino F. Ancheta The Basi Revolt also known as the Ambaristo Revolt, broke out in Piddig, Ilocos Norte, arising from the Spanish rulers' banning of the private manufacture of the local wine called basi. As Ilocanos were forced to buy from government stores, wine-loving Ilocanos, led by Salarogo Ambaristo and Pedro Mateo, rose in revolt, which later spread to nearby towns. Spanish troops eventually quelled the revolt on September 28, 1807. The Video Basi Festival (Piddig) about the revolt.
	Capital punishment in the Philippines has a varied history and was suspended on June 24, 2006 - the second time since 1987. Filipinos have mixed opinions about the death penalty, with many opposing it on religious and humanitarian grounds, while advocates see it as a way of deterring crimes. Look MUCH more HERE
	Philippine Revolution (English), read about it in Tagalog: Himagsikang Pilipino
	Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine Park: The Site of the First Battle of Katipunan Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine Park is a five-hectare park located in the city of San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines. It houses the Pinaglabanan Shrine (also known as War Arena Memorial, Spirit of Pinaglabanan, or Dambana ng Pinaglabanan) to commemorate the first battle of the 1896 Philippine Revolution that happened on that site August 30, 1986, when the Katipuneros (revolutionary movement founded by Andres Bonifacio) lay siege to an arms storage facility, called the almacen de polvora, that belonged to the Spanish Colonial Government and the El Deposito. The NHCP manages the shrine and two public museums located near the grounds: Museo El Deposito and Museo ng Katipunan Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine MK PMS LOOK: San Juan restores Pinaglabanan Memorial Shrine, the city’s pride Janella Paris August 24, 2019 The National Historical Commission of the Philippines - NHCP is digging through the Spanish-era water tunnels under the memorial grounds, and hopes to open it to visitors by early 2020
	Museo El Deposito - Philippines' first water reservoir The El Deposito was an old underground water reservoir in San Juan del Monte, now the city of San Juan in Metro Manila, Philippines. It was built by the Spanish authorities in 1880 with a capacity of 15 million gallons to provide the residents of Manila and its surrounding areas with an adequate water supply. The reservoir was historically known as the site where the onset of the Philippine Revolution through the Battle of San Juan del Monte took place in 1896 Museo El Deposito Facebook The Video: Museo El Deposito - Philippines' first water reservoir: Revival of the Philippines' first water reservoir neglected for around 60 years Manila Bulletin Online Nov 13, 2019 After more than 60 years of total neglect, El Deposito, one of the largest remaining Spanish artifacts recently excavated in the country will soon open its doors to the public in 2020.
Video	Things to know about Filipino Heroes
	Emilio Jacinto y Dizon - 15 December 1875 – 16 April 1899 was a Filipino General during the Philippine Revolution. He was one of the highest-ranking officer in the Philippine Revolution and was one of the highest-ranking officers of the revolutionary society Kataas-taasan, Kagalang-galang na Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan, or simply and more popularly called Katipunan, being a member of its Supreme Council. Emilio Jacinto: The hero of the Battle of Pasong Tamo Severino Samonte April 17, 2019 The Video: Emilio Jacinto’s historical landmark has been made visible to the public
	The unsung heroes who fought for Philippine independence June 12, 2017 It’s high time we recognize some of the lesser-known Filipino heroes who fought for our sovereign nation. Aside from the well-known heroes Rizal, Bonifacio, Jacinto, and Mabini, there are countless other Filipinos who bravely stood in the face of death in the name of the country. Here are just a few of them.
Video	Rizal Family (Revised Version) Ana Marie Lee Oct 2, 2017 This is the Revised Version about Rizal's Family. This video includes Jose Rizal's parents and his siblings whereabouts.
	Jose Rizal - His life and His works Look as pdf HERE DR. JOSE PROTACIO MERCADO RIZAL ALONZO Y REALONDA Jose Rizal Shrine and Museum Jose Rizal and His Lovers Reading, understanding, and appreciating Rizal by Jorge Mojarro June 24, 2018 Admiring Rizal without understanding him is a kind of empty nationalism and blind devotion The Videos Jose Rizal´s life, work, writing Jose Rizal (full name: José Protacio Mercado Rizal Alonso y Realonda) (June 19, 1861 - December 30, 1896) He is considered a national hero and the anniversary of Rizal's death is commemorated as a Philippine holiday called Rizal Day. -- Historical reactions to the publication of Rizal's two novels - Philippine - Spain 100 Years Ago -- Love Story of Jose P Rizal - Girlfriends - Women in Rizal's Life -- Rizal, The Mason Oct 10, 2012 by/Honeylane Lim for education - Look also HERE and below HERE Look more HERE and about Rizal Day
	The Irish connection: Josephine Bracken and Jose Rizal Vising B. Kennedy, Roots & Wings November 03, 2016 Where and when did Josephine Bracken arrive from Ireland to the Philippines? How did fate bring them together? Rizal's life in Germany revisited through new map Carol Ramoran June 19, 2017 The Philippine embassy in Germany launches an illustrated map retracing Jose Rizal's adventures in the European country.
	The Execution of Dr. Jose Rizal Riz del Rio Feb 22, 2012 A few minutes before seven on the morning of December 30, Dr. Jose Rizal walked from Fort Santiago to Bagumbayan Field (now the Luneta). His arms were tied behind his back. “His head was erect, his conscience was clear, and there was a smile on his lips.” Beside him walked Lt. Luis de Andrade, who had defended him in the trial, Fathers Vilaclara and March. Before and behind him were soldiers. Look it as pdf HERE Rizal's execution: Little known facts Raymund Catindig December 29, 2010 The Video: Virtual reality history at the Ayala Museum August 10, 2017 How did the big idea of Jose Rizal's execution in virtual reality evolve? How is technology changing the way curators present art and culture?
Videos	Rizal's execution and the revolution Dec 29, 2014 Malu Maniquis -- The LOST FOOTAGE of Jose Rizal execution in 1896 Jul 3, 2013
	Remembering Rizal's death Patricio N. Abinales December 30, 2019 Yes, death did lead to a revolution, but it also allowed for a lot of speculation *To be continued*
	Jose Rizal Shrine and Museum Calamba Laguna Look also HERE, HERE The Videos Remark this is an album in the album Jose Rizal´s life, Novels & Women in Rizal's Life in the album Philippine History Bust of Jose Rizal unveiled in Prague June 27, 2018 Rizal’s bust was created by Filipino sculptor Jose Giroy, apprentice of National Artist Napoleon V. Abueva This manga is about our very own Jose Rizal June 19, 2018 Jose Rizal spent over 6 weeks in Japan on his way to Europe in 1888 – enough time for the Philippine hero to learn the local language and reportedly romance a local. Manga is a distinct style of comics that originated in Japan. The series is published by TORICO, CCC.
Video	Unsung female patriots during the Philippine revolution Both Marcela Marcelo and Trinidad Tecson are unsung heroes of the Philippine revolution. Despite monuments built in their name, their contributions remain unknown to many. Nov 27, 2014
	Republic of Candon Don Isabelo Abaya, the local hero, banded with a handful of Candonians to fight the Spaniards at dawn in the now famous “Ikkis ti Candon” (Cry of Candon). His group successfully entered the Municipal Cazadores March 25, 1898 to affect a Spanish surrender and declared Candon as an independent republic, a full three months before the Philippine national uprising in Biak na Bato.
	Republic of Biak-na-Bato officially referred to in its constitution as the Republic of the Philippines, was the first republic ever declared in the Philippines by the revolutionary Emilio Aguinaldo and his fellow members of the Katipunan. Despite its successes, including the establishment of the Philippines' first ever constitution, the republic lasted just over a month.
	The life and legacy of Apolinario Mabini Apolinario Mabini y Maranan (July 23, 1864 - May 13, 1903) was a Filipino revolutionary and lawyer who served as its first prime minister until May 1899. In Philippine history texts, he is often referred to as "the Sublime Paralytic", and as "the Brains of the Revolution." Look also HERE, HERE, HERE
Videos	1896 Mga Unang araw ng Rebolusyon The Revolution was actually planned months earlier. However, Aguinaldo, et al were against it and wanted to consult first Dr. Rizal in Dapitan. The 2 months delay led to the uncovering of the secret society. 500 members of KKK, La Solidaridad and La Liga Filipina were arrested, includng brothers Antonio and Juan Luna. Before further arrests, Bonifacio and the Supreme Council decided to launch the revolution. Aug 24, 2015 Malu Maniquis -- HENERAL LUNA, The Movie (Edited for Educational Viewing) FROIDELYN DOCALLAS Mar 15, 2018 For additional and amazing information about Antonio Luna and about the movie itself, follow the link: HERE -- General Luna - full movie Feb 1, 2018
	Rare letter details Juan Luna’s life in prison March 09, 2018 Read the artist's letter in full here
Video	Ang Huling Heneral, Simeon Ola Jan 6, 2017 with English subtitles Hindi lang ang mabagsik na si Heneral Antonio Luna ang ayaw sumuko sa puwersang Amerikano isang siglo na ang nakalilipas. Sa Bicol, may isang heneral na hindi nagpadaig sa mga mananakop. Hindi siya sumuko sa kabila ng sunod-sunod na pagtiklop ng mga rebolusyonaryong Pilipino. Matagal siyang “wanted” ng mga Amerikano. Mahirap mahuli, madaling maglaho. Siya si Heneral Simeon Ola.
	Emilio Aguinaldo - March 22, 1869 – February 6, 1964 was a Filipino revolutionary, politician, and military leader who is officially recognized as the first and the youngest President of the Philippines (1899–1901) and first president of a constitutional republic in Asia. Aguinaldo, 94, Dies; Led Filipino RevoIts FEB. 6, 1964 Emilio Aguinaldo - Contributions, Achievements & Death - Biography 16 Interesting Facts About Emilio Aguinaldo The Video: Emilio Aguinaldo in the Filipino-American War A short documentary, a HIGH SCHOOL VIDEO PROJECT, not a nationally-shown documentary on Emilio Aguinaldo, a leader in the Philippines during the Filipino-American War, also known as the Filipino Insurrection.
	Aguinaldo Museum The larger-than-life size statue of Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo and the museum beside it is an interesting Baguio landmark which could be found at the upper end of Gen. Luna Road in a vicinity referred to by local residents as Jungletown. The Videos President Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine , Kawit, Cavite, Philippines -- Secret doors, passageways, hiding places at the Aguinaldo Shrine Jun 12 - 13, 2013 -- Tourdroid: An Augmented Interactive Tour Guide for the Emilio Aguinaldo Museum Using Android Devices
	Why Cavite officials swear before this cross Miriam Grace A. Go June 28, 2016 General Emilio Aguinaldo also took his oath of office as president of the revolutionary government on March 23, 1897 before the Santa Cruz de Malabon. The room was in a convent in Tanza. The convent is now officially called the Panumpaang Bayan (Oath Taking Hall), and will soon officially become a shrine.
Videos	Life and Struggles of Andres Bonifacio - Nov 28, 2019 Look descriptions with English subtitles on the videos. Malu Maniquis Bonifacio Day
	Imprinting Andres Bonifacio: The Iconization from Portrait to Peso The face of the Philippine revolution is evasive, just like the freedom that eluded the man known as its leader. BSP releases new P5-coin to honor Andres Bonifacio
Videos	Martyrdom of Andres Bonifacio On May 10, 1897, our revolutionary hero, Andres Bonifacio and his brother, Procopio, were unjustly and brutally killed by the Magdalo faction. May 10, 2013 How Andres and Procopio Bonifacio were executed May 10 is a significant date in Philippine History. This was the day our greatest hero Andres Bonifacio was executed by traitors to the revolutionary movement. May 10, 2015 Both videos Malu Maniquis
	Macario Sakay y de León was a Filipino general who took part in the 1896 Philippine Revolution against the Spanish Empire and in the Philippine-American War. After the war was declared over by the United States in 1902, Sakay continued resistance and the following year became President of the Republic of Katagalugan Look the Biography and also HERE and the Video: 'Ang Huling Katipunero: Macario Sakay'
	The Katipunan and Masonry Rizal, The Mason and HERE The Video: How FreeMasonry influenced the fight for Filipino Independence
	When did the Philippines have a revolutionary government? by Sofia Tomacruz November 25, 2017 It's only happened twice in the country's history RevGov will destroy democratic and economic gains by Ronald U. Mendoza, Michael H. Yusingco and Miann Banaag November 26, 2017 RevGov is not the cure for what ails our democracy
	Isabelo de los Reyes July 7, 1864 - October 10, 1938 You know labor unions, but do you know Isabelo de los Reyes? Frank Cimatu May 01, 2017 The writer, labor activist, Aglipayan church founder, and politician from Vigan, Ilocos Sur, started the tradition of honoring the workers every May 1. He might as well be the Father of Anthropology and Indigenous Studies in the country. He introduced Marxism to the Philippines. He was jailed among the anarchists in Europe. He fought the Catholic church by helping establish another. Look also HERE
PADUGO	Padugo - Veredigno Atienza This article is about General Anacleto Enriquez, one of the founders of the Katipunan in Bulakan. He fought in the Philippine Revolution of 1896 against the Spanish colonial authorities. He and his men died in the bloodiest battle of the Philippine Revolution in the town of San Rafael, Bulacan. His life is a saga of exceptional courage and generosity.
Videos in the album Religious beliefs - etc. outside the Roman Catholic Church	The Revolutionary & Filipino Church - 1 album (part 1 - 9) KABILIN Sugbo TV From the Municipality of Pilar, Bantayan Island to Metro Cebu, know more about Iglesia Filipina Independiente. -- KKK Movement, Revolutionaries and Philippine Independent Church -- Look more about Philippine Independent Church
RELIGIOUS PROBLEMS 1898- 1907	RELIGIOUS PROBLEMS IN THE PHILIPPINES AND THE AMERICAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1898-1907 OSCAR L. EVANGELISTA
THE CHURCH AND THE STATE (1928)	THE CHURCH AND THE STATE 1928 W. Cameron Forbes 1928, The Philippine Islands SPAIN is one of those countries in which the division between the Church and the State is not clearly defined, and in which the Church has much too generally dominated the State. In the Philippine Islands this was the case to a marked degree.
Video	Spanish American War In the Philippines
	Luzon At War Introduction to Milagros C. Guerrero’s book, Luzon At War: Contradictions in Philippine Society, 1898-1902
Videos	Forgotten Filipinos - The Filipino genocide Photos of the American conquest of the Philippines, an episode also referred to as the Filipino Genocide. Soundtrack: Campanades a morts, by Lluís Llach. Look the full description of the video -- The rape of the Philippines -- Kampana ng Balangiga -- Bells of Balangiga The Committee to return the Bells Apr 4, 2015 A short documentary about the epic quest of Balangiga. -- History of US in the PHIL Excerpts from Part 5 of Buhay at Pakikibaka ni Andres Bonifacio docufilm of Komiteng Bonifacio. This is the reason why Bonifacio's dream of a truly free an sovereign nation must be fulfilled by the present generation. It is our task. Narrated by Carol Araullo and Vencer Crisostomo. Chris Pforr as Pres. McKinley and John Gianvito as Sen. George Hoar. Jun 2, 2015 Malu Maniquis U.S. GENOCIDE IN THE PHILIPPINES AND THE CONTINUING STRUGGLE FOR NATIONAL-DEMOCRATIC LIBERATION E. San Juan, Jr. Polytechnic University of the Philippines Except during the sixties when the Filipino-American War of 1899-1902 was referred to as " the first Vietnam, " the death of 1.4 million Filipinos has been usually accounted for as either collateral damage or victims of insurrection against the imperial authority of the United States. The first Filipino scholar to make a thorough documentation of the carnage is the late Luzviminda Francisco in her contribution to The Philippines: The End of An Illusion (London, 1973). The Balangiga massacre as it is known in the Philippines, or the Balangiga affair, as it is known in the United States, was an incident in 1901 during the Philippine-American War where more than forty American soldiers were killed in a surprise guerrilla attack in the town of Balangiga on Samar island. FAST FACTS: Balangiga Massacre Alex Evangelista September 28, 2018 The Balangiga Massacre of September 28, 1901, is considered as one of the bloodiest events during the Philippine-American war Philippine-American War, 1899-1902 Arnaldo Dumindin CASUALTIES, February 4, 1899 - July 4, 1902: Filipinos : 20,000 soldiers killed in action; 200,000 civilians died Americans : 4,390 dead (1,053 killed in action; 3,337 other deaths) The War Rages: Creation of Macabebe Scouts, September - October 1899 Arnaldo Dumindin - Look also HERE Balangiga bells e.g. Balangiga bells brought to original church in Eastern Samar town after 117 years - Balangiga: A Tale of Two Nations
	General Malvar Museum and Library Miguel Malvar was the last Philippine general to surrender to the Americans at the close of the Filipino-American War. Address Sto. Tomas, Batangas Museum Schedule Tuesday to Sunday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm The Video: Take a tour inside 'Museo ni Malvar' A museum featuring the life and heroism of General Miguel Malvar in Batangas. Jul 13, 2015
	Philippine Scouts was a military organization of the United States Army from 1901 until the end of World War II. Made up of Filipino-Americans assigned to the United States Army Philippine Department, these troops were generally enlisted and under the command of White-American officers, however, a handful of Filipino Americans received commissions from the United States Military Academy. Philippine Scout units were given a suffix of (PS), to distinguish them from other U.S. Army units. Philippine Scouts Heritage Society
	Cultural Changes during the American Period What we used to do What we didn’t do before The bad influences or look it as Video
MARCELA M. AGONCILLO	MARCELA M. AGONCILLO (1860-1946) Maker of the Filipino National Flag Enshrined in Philippine history as the maker of the Filipino flag
	The Commonwealth of the Philippines also known simply as the Commonwealth and as the Philippine Commonwealth, was the political designation of the Philippines from 1935 to 1946 when the country was a commonwealth with the United States
Sakdalista	The Sakdalista (coming from the Tagalog word sakdal, meaning "to accuse") movement was founded in 1930 by Franc Josef "Ace" Templo Bautista and a right wing leader, Benigno Ramos, a writer and discontented former government clerk. Sakdal began as a fortnightly populist tabloid, with articles tackling issues which were of interest to the Philippine masses: corruption and mismanagement under the American-sponsored Nacionalista administration, immediate independence for the Philippines, and the land reform problem. Its radical populist stance on such issues won it a large following in the Manila hinterland, such that by 1933, subscribers of the newspaper met in a convention in Manila to form the Sakdal Party. They did unexpectedly well in the Philippine election of 1934, although still unable to pose a challenge to Nacionalista dominance
Video	This is the Philippines, about 1936 + Shows scenes at Santo Tomas University, Filipino military cadets in training, the Supreme Court, President Manuel Quezon, children on church, Moro tribesmen on Mindanao, General Pershing and General MacArthur, etc. Nov 10, 2015 by GovPH
Videos	4 albums in the album "Historic speech circa 1920 & 4 July 1946 Proclamation of Independence" -- MANUEL LUIS QUEZON - Speech broad to the Filipino People circa 1920 A RARE RECORDING! Look the full description of the video A Nation is Born The title says all - Jul 3, 2013 by GovPH -- 1946 Philippine Proclamation of Independence -- 1946 Ceremony Independence Day -- Sovereignty of the Philippines HERE
	Manuel Luis Quezón y Molina (August 19, 1878 – August 1, 1944) served as president of the Commonwealth of the Philippines from 1935 to 1944. He was the first Filipino to head a government of the Philippines (as opposed to other historical states). Quezón is considered by most Filipinos to have been the second president of the Philippines, after Emilio Aguinaldo (1897–1901). Quezón was the first Senate president elected to the presidency, the first president elected through a national election, and the first incumbent to secure re-election (for a partial second term, later extended, due to amendments to the 1935 Constitution). He is known as the "Father of the National Language". IMPORTANT: Facebook: Museo ni Manuel Quezon Museo ni Manuel Quezon Quezon Memorial Shrine The Video: President Manuel L. Quezon - Pangulong Manuel L. Quezon
	The Third Republic of the Philippines was inaugurated on July 4, 1946. It marked the culmination of the peaceful campaign for Philippine Independence - the two landmarks of which were the enactment of the Jones Law in 1916 (in which the U.S. Congress pledged independence for the Philippines once Filipinos have proven their capability for self-government) and the Philippine Independence Act of 1934 (popularly known as Tydings-McDuffie) which put in place a ten-year transition period during which the Philippines had Commonwealth status. Look also HERE The Videos One of the videos can be look as pdf HERE or as ppt HERE
	Ferdinand Emmanuel Edralin Marcos, Sr. (September 11, 1917 – September 28, 1989) was a Filipino politician and kleptocrat, who was President of the Philippines from 1965 to 1986. He ruled as dictator under martial law from 1972 until 1981. While his regime started an unprecedented number of infrastructure projects and monuments (known colloquially as an "edifice complex" and at great taxpayer cost), it also became infamous for its corruption, extravagance and brutality. U.P. history department slams president's attendance at Marcos event August 31, 2018 The Department of History says the UP President's appearance at the event is an insult to the memory of those who risked their lives to fight martial law. and MUCH more and many videos AGAIN "AboutPhilippines" may ask: Is Duterte a Marcos lapdog
Videos	The Presidents of the Philippines - From Aguinaldo to Arroyo Emilio Aguinaldo was president of the short-lived Malolos Republic between 1899 and 1901. Although the republic never received foreign recognition, Filipinos consider Aguinaldo to be their first president. Look more about the videos HERE -- Life under Marcos: A fact-check Was the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos the Philippines' greatest president ever, as his supporters claim? Separating fact from fiction, here was life under the Marcos regime. Sep 21, 2014 by/ABS-CBN News Remark this is an album in the album Ferdinand Emmanuel Edralin Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator, Martial Law, Burial, Etc. -- List of Presidents
Video	Fiesta en Malacañán fonsucu Jun 12, 2018 Images: Fiestas in Malacañan given by different presidents. Song: Fiesta by Los Valldemosa.
	LIST: Who's been granted amnesty? Alex Evangelista September 04, 2018 Take your pick: Administration allies Senator Gringo Honasan, MMDA boss Danilo Lim, and former customs chief Nicanor Faeldon were among those granted amnesty by previous presidents. Previous Philippine presidents have used their power to grant amnesty to persons and groups “who may be guilty of political offenses,” often to facilitate peace processes or entice rebels to return to mainstream life. FAST FACTS: What is amnesty? Michael Bueza and Vernise L Tantuco September 04, 2018 Here's what you need to know about amnesty in the Philippines
	The Yin and Yang of Philippine Documentary Photography Sonny Yabao and Alex Baluyut
	From Cory to Noynoy: PMAers in the Cabinet Michael Bueza - Feb 21, 2015 Philippine Military Academy - PMA
	LOOK BACK: Past Charter Change attempts and why they failed Sofia Tomacruz January 17, 2018 Charter Change has been brought up by almost every administration since Martial Law
	Kabataang Barangay: Get to know the forerunner of the Sangguniang Kabataan Alex Evangelista August 30, 2018 Kabataang Barangay, headed by Imee Marcos, was established during Martial Law to develop young people according to the 'guiding philosophies of the New Society '
	The Oakwood Mutiny with Video occurred in the Philippines on July 27, 2003. A group of 321 armed soldiers who called themselves "Bagong Katipuneros" (Filipino: New Katipuneros) led by Army Capt. Gerardo Gambala and Lt. Sg. Antonio Trillanes IV of the Philippine Navy took over the Oakwood Premier Ayala Center (now Ascott Makati) serviced apartment tower in Makati to show the Filipino people the alleged corruption of the Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo administration. - IMPORTANT read also the link in the article Look also HERE, HERE The Videos 54 Oakwood mutineers to be freed in January next year April 11, 2007 Oakwood Mutiny backgrounder April 8, 2008 More than 300 junior officers and enlisted men took over the Oakwood Premier in the Ayala Center, Makati City on July 27, 2003. LIST: Who's been granted amnesty? Alex Evangelista September 04, 2018 Administration allies Senator Gringo Honasan, MMDA boss Danilo Lim, and former customs chief Nicanor Faeldon were among those granted amnesty by previous presidents SPECIAL REPORT Almost 300, including Duterte execs, freed due to Aquino amnesty October 2, 2018 By AGATHA GUIDABEN, JAMAICA JANE PASCUAL, GMA News Research Trillanes and the Magdalo: All grown up 15 years after Oakwood Nikko Dizon DECEMBER 27, 2018 President Duterte's most popular nemesis in 2018 – opposition Senator Antonio Trillanes IV – comes from a political party that has learned its lessons the hard way - IMPORTANT read also the link in the article
	Diokno's vision for PH as 'nation for our children' not yet realized Jodesz Gavilan February 27, 2017 The daughter of the late statesman Jose Diokno says her father would urge Filipinos to 'stand firm, find our voice, and not seal our eyes' against injustices in the country if he were still alive. 'Distortion of truth': Diokno family slams Bongbong Marcos, Enrile Jodesz Gavilan September 21, 2018 The family of the late statesmen Jose Diokno slams former senator Juan Ponce Enrile for peddling lies about Marcos' Martial Law, calling his actions a 'pathetic attempt at rewriting our history' Through 'Ka Pepe,' Sereno reflects on human rights in PH Bea Cupin September 21, 2017 Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno raises the challenges confronting human rights today, as a monument of the late Jose 'Ka Pepe' Diokno is unveiled on the 45th anniversary of Martial Law No cause more worthy: Ka Pepe Diokno's fight for human rights Jodesz Gavilan September 21, 2017 Statesman Jose 'Ka Pepe' Diokno is regarded as the father of human rights advocacy in the Philippines Diokno defined courage for the Martial Law generation Ed Garcia September 19, 2017 On the 45th anniversary of martial law and some 30 years after his death, Jose Diokno lives on, his ideals and his dreams, and his deeply held belief that it is worth building 'a nation for our children'. The Video: Remembering Ka Pepe Diokno on his 30th death anniversary Feb 27, 2017
	FAST FACTS: Legacy of Jesse Robredo Alex Evangelista August 16, 2018 Jesse Robredo's ‘tsinelas leadership' lives on, 6 years after his death Jesse Robredo Quote and HERE and HERE
	Former Senate president Nene Pimentel dies at 85 Rambo Talabong October 20, 2019 - with Video Malacanang hails Pimentel as a “giant among his peers” Patriot, statesman, pillar of democracy: Tributes pour in for Nene Pimentel October 20, 2019 Aquilino "Nene" Pimentel Jr, a courageous stalwart of Philippine politics and democracy, died on Sunday, October 20. He was 85 years old. Current government leaders, former colleagues, and various groups mourn the death of former Senate president Aquilino Pimentel Jr. Former Senate president Nene Pimentel fought for the powerless and promoted the rule of law, and these fueled his staunch opposition to the Marcos dictatorship LOOK: Nene Pimentel's final homecoming Bobby Lagsa October 24, 2019 Cagayan de Oro residents pay their last respects to the city's most illustrious son, former Senate president Aquilino 'Nene' Pimentel Jr The Video: Remembering former Senate President Nene Pimentel The Video: Family, friends remembering Nene Pimentel *The Video: Necrological Service for the late former Senate President Aquilino Q. Pimentel Jr. (Oct. 23, 2019)*
	LETICIA RAMOS-SHAHANI 1929-2017 The woman who competed with the best 'Letty' made a name for herself in diplomacy and politics, and championed culture and women's rights Michael Bueza March 20, 2017 - with Video, the video can be look in HD HERE A eulogy for Mom Lila Ramos-Shahani March 26, 2017 Lila Shahani on mother Leticia: 'I wanted to birth her into the afterlife the way she had birthed me into this life. My only sentiment, throughout it all, was the deepest gratitude.'
	Jovito Salonga (June 22, 1920 – March 10, 2016) Michael Bueza March 10, 2016 Get to know more about the former Senate president and one of the country's greatest statesmen The Videos and HERE, HERE and HERE
	Remembering Raul Roco October 26, 2014 Previously described as a 'warrior lawyer' who loves debate, Roco passses away on August 5, 2005 at the age of 63 "the best president we never had" Some of Roco's best quotes are still relevant and useful in politics and governance. Joy Aceron of the Ateneo School of Government chose these memorable Roco quotes, look these and more about Raul S. Rocco in the article Look also HERE and the Video
Video	'The Iron Lady of Asia' Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago GMA Public Affairs September 30, 2019 Hindi maikakaila na si dating Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago ang isa sa mga politiko na may pinakamalakas na impluwensya sa taumbayan. Ngunit sino nga ba siya? Sa paglipas ng kanyang third death anniversary, kilalanin nang mas maigi ang tinaguriang "The Iron Lady of Asia" sa video na ito!
Videos	Warrior, patriot, lover of life: Remembering Gina Lopez Aug 19 2019 Today we woke up, with the sun a little less bright and somehow the greens a little less vibrant. And it's because today we lost a warrior, a patriot, a lover of life and love but as we mourn, we will also celebrate the life that Gina Lopez led. Her stint as environment secretary may have been brief but for many of Gina Lopez's colleagues, her legacy lives on in the initiatives she began. In this interview, former social welfare secretary Judy Taguiwalo recalls how Gina bravely stood her ground despite facing staunch opposition for her radical environmental initiatives, while anti-mining advocate Jaybee Garganera vows to see through what the late secretary had begun. Gina Lopez Documentary "Genuine Love" ABS-CBN News Aug 25, 2019 A DocuCentral Documentary shares the amazing and inspiring life story of well-loved environmentalist and philanthropist Gina Lopez. Look also the article.
Videos	Videos about the Philippine history of 490 years and more: Philippine History of 490 Years The videos that provides a concise history of the Philippines broken down into seven (7) sets of seventy (70) years. -- Philippines in 100 years A short video presentation of the history of the Philippines -- Islamic History of the Philippines
Video	Zamboanga 1936 - LOOK the film which tells the story of the past Look more and full description of and about the video HERE Remark this is an album in the album History and Film art in the album Introducing of Philippine Art - Etc.
	This rare collection of historical images from the Philippines were taken in 1899. Look also HERE *Remark these links are often down so try again later*
Videos	Remark these are albums in the album Filipinos & the Philippines, Provinces, Cities, Etc. during old times and ... -- Filipinas in the Spanish era Oct 24, 2014 by/fonsucu -- Philippines, the old times Old places in the Philippines -- 60 Vintage Photos circa 1898-1901 -- Old Philippines 1900 Old Philippine Photos -- Filipino during the old times What have we become? -- Nostalgic Old Philippines Pictures from Old Philippines Doubles-frame pictures are for the old fashoined Stereoscopy also called stereoscopic or 3-D imaging. -- Philippines, Then and Now on High Definition Video Slide Presentation -- Post-War Rehabilitation of the Philippines 1946 Jul 1, 2013 This video shows the post-war rehabilitation of the Philippines, which entailed close cooperation with the United States of America, and the active involvement of the Filipino public. Video courtesy of the President Manuel Roxas Foundation. -- Philippines, Pearl of the Orient, 1948 & 1955 -- Philippine family life in 1956 MichaelRogge Jun 4, 2014 Seems a model family featuring in this old documentary film. A viewer informs me that the boy moved to Manila and his name is now Ramon Revilla. I hope to hear from him in his old age. Rowell Sumang reported that his hometown San Luis, Pampanga, is shown.
Videos	Spanish era pictures of Manila Noong bata pa si Sabel -- Nostalgia de Manila years unknown -- Manila antes y ahora, then and now Mar 4, 2017 Cambia Manila Canción: Todo cambia, por Mercedes Sosa -- Manila en los años veinte All by fonsucu
Videos	Remark these are albums in the album: Manila from 1800 to .... - Now -- Metro Manila in 1800's, 1900's and 2000's before and after. The present history sometimes funny. 8158Martin Feb 14, 2013 -- Old Manila 1800-1960 -- Manila en los años veinte May 21, 2016 by/fonsucu -- Why Manila heritage sites are in danger Many heritage sites in Manila are in danger. It appeared at the hearing of the Senate Committee on Education Arts and Culture on the issue still controversial about Torre de Manila. Sep 25, 2014 -- Pre - World War II Manila The maps Manila 1919 and Manila 1920 -- Battle of Manila - 2 sub-albums The battle for the liberation of Manila waged from February 3 to March 3, 1945, between Philippine and American forces, and the Imperial Japanese forces is widely considered to be one of the greatest tragedies of the Second World War. One hundred thousand men, women, and children perished. Architectural heritage was reduced to rubble the City of Manila was the second most devastated Allied capital of World War II. The Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office and the Presidential Museum and Library would like to thank the following for their invaluable help and assistance in this project: Mr. Jose Custodio, Dr. Benito Legarda Jr., Dr. Ricardo T. Jose, Mr. Paulo Alcazaren, Mr. Robert Hudson, Ambassador Juan Jose Rocha, Mrs. Sylvia Lichauco de Leon, Mr. John Tewell, Mr. Lou Gopal, Mr. Manuel Angelo Carreon II, Ms. Lorelei Stewart Mayer, Mr. Jeric Chua, National Historical Commission of the Philippines, National Museum of the Philippines, Memorare Manila 1945 Foundation, Tiger Films Productions, Filipinas Heritage Library, Lopez Museum and Library, Ortigas Foundation Library, Heritage Conservation Society, and the Battle of Manila Online website. Feb 11, 2015. Look more about the Battle of Manila HERE -- Manila - 1960s During President Diosdado Macapagal & Pres. Ferdinand Marcos' First Term Era -- Manila in the 1970s -- Metro Manila then and now Sep 16, 2017 Let's look back to the days when Metro Manila is not as populated as it is now.
	Remedios Gomez Paraiso From Beauty Queen to Rebel Hero: How Remedios Gomez-Paraiso Came To Be. She was the town’s darling, the daughter of the then mayor of Mexico, Pampanga. She was a normal girl makeup, perfumes, dress-making, and dancing piqued her interest. She was also a title-holder. But on March 2, 1942, makeup turned into guns, dancing turned into fighting, and the beauty queen gained yet a new title: Kumander Liwayway. Remedios Gomez-Paraiso, also known as the Philippines’ Joan of Arc, was a force to be reckoned with as she promised to avenge the death of her father against the hands of the foreign invaders. This sparked the flame in her heart and later on, she decided to join Hukbalahap or Hukbong Laban Sa Hapon. She died in 2014, at age 95. Kumander Liwayway (1919-2014) The commander who wore lipstick to war Liwayway: Warrior who wore lipstick in gun battles Tonette Orejas - Inquirer Central Luzon May 17, 2014 'Binibining Kumander' March 22, 2019 the Videos: Kumander Liwayway A short film about the life of Remedios Gomez Paraiso. Remembering Filipino WWII fighter 'Commander Liwayway' ABS-CBN News 29 July, 2019 'Binibining Kumander' GMA Public Affairs Mar 25, 2019 Ang kabayanihan ni 'Kumander Guerrero' GMA Public Affairs Mar 27, 2019
	Goebbels' diary shows he took note of Fall of Bataan Geronimo Suliguin April 09, 2018 Entries in Joseph Goebbels' 1942 diary show the propaganda minister taking note of the fall of Bataan and quickly blaming MacArthur, and the Jews behind him.
	The Bataan Death March - Martsa ng Kamatayan sa Bataan was the forcible transfer from Saisaih Pt. and Mariveles to Camp O'Donnell by the Imperial Japanese Army of 60,000–80,000 Filipino and American prisoners of war which began on April 9, 1942 The march went from Mariveles, Bataan, to San Fernando, Pampanga. From San Fernando, survivors were loaded to a box train and were brought to Camp O'Donnell in Capas, Tarlac. The march was characterized by occasional severe physical abuse. It was later judged by an Allied military commission to be a Japanese war crime. Look also Death March Boxcar - Death March Survivors & Their Boxcar and HERE The Videos in the album Bataan Death March & The battle of Luzon About The Bataan Death March Bataan Death March Survivor Araw ng Kagitingan (Filipino for Day of Valor), also known as Bataan Day or Bataan and Corregidor Day
Videos in the album Cebu & Visayan - Heritage, Legacy & History	Cebu WW II The Fall of Cebu May 23, 2012 -- The Liberation Of Cebu Feb 3, 2012
Video	Aeta Squadron 30, kilalanin! GMA Public Affairs Sep 25, 2019 Alam n'yo ba na may isang grupo ng Aeta na lumaban noong World War II? Kilalanin sila sa video! Look more about Aeta Squadron 30
	KALIBAPI The Kapisanan ng Paglilingkod sa Bagong Pilipinas (lit. Association for Service to the New Philippines) or KALIBAPI, was a Filipino political party that served as the sole party of state during the Japanese occupation. It was intended to be a Filipino version of Japan's governing Taisei Yokusankai party.
	LOOK BACK: 75th anniversary of the Philippine Executive Commission - PEC January 23, 2017 During the Japanese occupation, the Philippine Executive Commission was established, with Jorge Vargas as its first chairman. The PEC formally abolished all political parties on December 8, 1942, by virtue of Proclamation No. 109 creating the "Kapisanan sa Paglilingkod sa Bagong Pilipinas" (Association for Service to the New Philippines) or better known then as the "KALIBAPI." Look also HERE
	‘Comfort women’ and history DAN STEINBOCK, January 15, 2018 Look - read all the links in the articles: Official documents shed light on Tokyo's role in 'comfort women': Kyodo December 7, 2019 The Imperial Japanese Army asked the government to provide one “comfort woman” for every 70 soldiers, Japan’s Kyodo news agency said, citing wartime government documents it had reviewed, shedding a fresh light on Tokyo’s involvement in the practice. Japan comfort women sue PH government at U.N. body Lian Buan November 30, 2019 Having exhausted all channels, including a suit at the Supreme Court, Filipino women raped and assaulted by Japanese soldiers in World War II run to the United Nations Palace says woman's statue in Laguna part of freedom of expression Sofia Tomacruz January 01, 2019 Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo adds although the public should commemorate sacrifices and lessons learned World War II, it would be 'counter productive' to antagonize Japan – a strategic ally of the Philippines Japan’s discomfort with history and the PH dilemma Lucio Blanco Pitlo III December 30, 2017 Japan should just allow the Filipinos the liberty to commemorate their history the way they want to, while it continues to do some soul-searching on how to come to terms with its own past Statue of a comfort woman Paterno Esmaquel II December 26, 2017 "Comfort women" refer to those turned by the Japanese military into sex slaves during World War II. IN PHOTOS: Groups seek return of comfort woman statue June 12, 2018 On Independence Day, #Flowers4Lolas reiterate demands for the reinstallation of the statue that 'gives a face to victims of war and militarization' and for the Philippine government 'to uphold the truth in our history' Duterte on comfort woman statue: 'You can place it somewhere else' April 29, 2018 'It is not the policy of government to antagonize other nations,' says the President who repeatedly slams the US and the EU over a host of issues Japan ties at stake over comfort woman statue Paterno Esmaquel II January 13, 2018 - with Video 'You can't strengthen your relationship long term if you keep bringing up things that you think are settled,' Foreign Secretary Alan Peter Cayetano says. Duterte won't act on comfort woman statue Pia Ranada January 11, 2018 Malacañang says it does not regard the controversial statue as a 'diplomatic issue' and expresses confidence that bilateral ties between the Philippines and Japan will 'become even stronger' despite it. the Videos in the album 'Comfort Women': Justice remains elusive for comfort women during World War II Feb 4, 2019 In the Philippines, only 36 "comfort women" survivors remain alive today. However, justice remains elusive for them. On Independence Day, various groups honor Filipino comfort women Jun 12, 2018 To honor and remember the Filipino women abused by Japanese soldiers during the Second World War, various groups who campaigned for the reinstallation of the ‘Comfort Woman’ statue along Roxas Boulevard held a ceremony for the victims on Tuesday, Independence Day. 'Ang Lihim ni Lola,' a documentary by Howie Severino Aug 11, 2015 Iloilo's last surviving comfort woman is 94-year-old Lourdes Divinagracia. For more than 70 years, she kept one little secret that she's now finally ready to reveal. "Comfort Women" One Last Cry - Philippino Comfort Women Story Apr 17, 2013 Lola Fidencia David, a Filipino 'Comfort Woman,' Recounts Ordeal Under the Japanese Oct 22, 2013 Lola Fidencia David was 14-years old when "the Japanese army occupied her town . . . captured, repeatedly raped, and forced to clean the garrison camp". Look also the story HERE Gabriela to file House resolution to investigate removal of comfort woman statue Published on May 9, 2018 According to Lila Filipina's incoming Executive Director Sharon Silva, the Gabriela Women’s party list will file a House resolution to investigate the removal of the comfort woman statue in Roxas, Boulevard. However, the Manila City Administrator Jojo Alcovendaz explained that the removal was done to give way to a flood control project of the DPWH. Removal of statue an 'insult' to Filipino 'comfort women' Apr 29, 2018 Taking down a statue depicting a 'comfort woman' along Roxas Boulevard is an insult to the Filipina sex slaves victimized under the Japanese occupation, a lawyer said Sunday. Duterte on comfort woman statue: Not policy to antagonize other nations Apr 29, 2018 President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday said he did not have any hand in the removal of the statue of a comfort woman on Roxas Boulevard in Manila on Saturday but hinted that he favored it. 'Comfort woman' statue, dadaan sa design revision 30 April, 2018 Dinepensahan ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ang pagtanggal ng 'comfort woman' statue sa Roxas Boulevard. Ayon naman sa lumikha nito, dadaan sa design revision ang istatwa pero hindi pa tiyak kung saan ililipat ito. I-Bandila mo, April Rafales.
Video	Who was the true hero behind the salvation of Vigan from reduced to ashes, WWII? "Pag-ibig sa Panahon ng Digmaan" dokumentaryo ni Sandra Aguinaldo May 4, 2016 with English subtitles Noong panahon ng digmaan, pag-ibig ang itinuturong dahilan ng pagkakaligtas ng Vigan mula sa matinding pagkawasak." Look also HERE
	WORLD WAR II IN THE PHILIPPINES 1942 - 1945 FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM & LIBRARY Tomorrow is the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. On September 2, 1945, with the formal surrender of the Japanese Empire, the Second World War officially ended. In commemoration of this historical turning point, we have designed a special page containing links to a timeline, archival photos and videos, and a number of articles highlighting the extent of WW2 within our shores. September 1, 2015
	The Philippines campaign of 1944–45 Operation Musketeer I, II, and III, the Battle of the Philippines 1944–45, or the Liberation of the Philippines was the American and Filipino campaign to defeat and expel the Imperial Japanese forces occupying the Philippines, during World War II. The Video Philippines Campaign, Battle for Luzon Remark this is an album in the album Bataan Death March & The battle of Luzon
Video	Veterans Federation of the Philippines brief history Nov 16, 2014 Remark this is an album in the album Constitution & Laws - Etc. of the Philippines Filipino World War II Veterans and HERE
Video	Fabian de la Rosa and His Time Many historical sequences in the video from his time (May 5, 1869 - December 14, 1937) 14-minute video, produced by Filipiniana.net, in cooperation with the UP Vargas Museum Remark this is an album in the album "Painters, Muralists, BodyPainters, Graffiti Artist and their works" Look more about Fabian de la Rosa HERE
	Don Jose Maria Nava, Sr. The Forgotten “Great” Ilonggo Labor Leader the greatest of them all
THE FERRER CLAN	PANGASINENSE HISTORY AND CULTURE Kristine Sanchez
	Bangsang Kapampangan Essays on Kapampangan Nationalism
	Culion - A Paradise Lost - A Paradise Regained History of Culion Sanitarium and General Hospital IMPORTANT: Look MUCH more with e.g. Museum, Videos about the present Culion island
Videos	Ilocos Sur: An Illustrated History A history book about Ilocos Sur authored by Ilocos Sur governor Deogracias Victor "DV" Savellano and illustrated by Philippine Star editorial cartoonist Rene Aranda and UP Fine Arts professor Bim Bacaltos. You can buy the book here: 1. University of the Philippines Press, Diliman, Quezon City 2. Filipinas Heritage Library, Ayala Triangle, Ayala Ave., Makati City (in front of Manila Pen Hotel) 3. Ayala Museum Library, Makati Avenue cor. Dela Rosa St. Makati City 4. National Book Store -- Olongapo City, Then and Now -- Memories of Olongapo City -- Clark Air Base - Past and PRESENT Look the full descriptions of the videos : Past and PRESENT & Before Mt. Pinatubo Evacuation -- Far East Network - FEN Philippines Far East Network served Clark Air Base, Subic Bay Naval Station and other U.S. military outposts. -- Amerasians - Forgotten Filipino-American Children
Video	DZRH A Story of Philippine's Oldest Radio Station Look the full description of the video
SUBIC BAY NAVAL BASE	THIS WEB SITE COVERS THE PAST AND PRESENT HISTORY OF THE FOLLOWING: SUBIC BAY Ship Repair Facility - CUBI POINT Naval Air Station - SUBIC BAY Naval Magazine GRANDE ISLAND - OLONGAPO - SUBIC CITY - BARRIO BARRETTO Look also HERE
Martial Law - The People Power Revolution, the EDSA Revolutions - The writ of habeas corpus restored - etc. Remark most of the videos in this section are in the albums in the album Philippine History or EDSA People Power Revolution or Ferdinand E. E. Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator, Martial Law, Burial, Etc. Look also HERE above HERE and IMPORTANT: Ferdinand E. E. Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator, Martial Law, Burial, Etc. go to overview
	LOOK BACK: The Aquino assassination Jodesz Gavilan August 20, 2016 - with Video: Ninoy Aquino Returns to the Philippines (30th death anniversary special) August 21, 2017 marks 34 years since Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino Jr was killed at the Manila International Airport. Considered one of the staunchest opponents of then president Ferdinand Marcos, Aquino was regarded as a contributing factor in the transformation of the small opposition during Martial Law. His assassination galvanized the opposition even more and drew widespread support for their cause, culminating in a People Power revolt in 1986. LOOK this Video in HD AND also ALL the other Videos in the album Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino Jr. e.g.: #Ninoy: Remembering a Hero - Full Airplane interview from August 21 1983 Tributes to Ninoy - Feb 25, 2017: Ninoy’s letter to Antonio Cuenco on June 27, 1983 Ninoy Aquino's Arrival Statement Cory Aquino and the fall of Martial Law The History Remains at Aquino Center and Museum PH commemorates 36th death anniversary of Ninoy Aquino CNN Philippines Aug 21, 2019 The country commemorates the assassination of former senator Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino Jr. 36 years ago. We look back at Aquino's life and death, and the legacy he left for the young generation. the articles: Ninoy Aquino Day a national non-working holiday Honor all freedom fighters on Ninoy Aquino Day Mara Cepeda August 21, 2019 'Many talk about being willing to die for our country. Ninoy was one of the courageous few who actually did,' says Vice President Leni Robredo Filipinos are worth dying for by Ninoy Aquino Ninoy’s letter to Antonio Cuenco on June 27, 1983 Kris Aquino remembers dad Ninoy on 36th death anniversary August 21, 2019 'Dad knew how to make people feel special and important,' Kris says of her late father FULL TEXT: Noynoy Aquino's message on Ninoy's 35th death anniversary August 22, 2018 - with Video Read former president Benigno Aquino III's speech during the 35th death anniversary of his father, the late senator Ninoy Aquino, who was assassinated in 1983 CORY AQUINO: LAST LETTER FROM NINOY AND A PRICELESS LEGACY August 21, 2003 Corazon C. Aquino Aquino to Duterte: Reflect on your message about Ninoy Camille Elemia August 21, 2017 'Kami'y nagpapasalamat sa magandang sinabi sa aking ama. Siguro pakiusap ko lang baka puwedeng paminsan-minsan babasahin po niya ulit ito,' says former president Benigno Aquino III. Look also all the links in this article! and HERE
	Is the Filipino worth dying for? Netizens weigh in on Ninoy's famous quote Bonz Magsambol August 21, 2019 Do you think that Ninoy Aquino's fight for freedom was in vain, or is the fight not yet over? Many Filipinos online answered a resounding "yes," even if many seemed disappointed and skeptical of the composition of the government and the current state of the nation.
	Thatcher approved Corazon Aquino asylum request – archives Agence France-Presse December 31, 2019 But Britain's protection was ultimately not needed after the deposed dictator Ferdinand Marcos, Corazon Aquino's rival in the 1986 snap presidential elections, steps down. Aquino headed the 4-day 1986 People Power Revolution that ended the 21-year rule of totalitarian president Ferdinand Marcos.
	Why should young Filipinos in the diaspora care about Martial Law? Anna Cabe February 24, 2019 We need to remember why Filipinos both in the Philippines and abroad rallied against a dictator
	33rd EDSA anniversary marked as Marcoses plot comeback Paterno Esmaquel II February 25, 2019 Signs of a divided, forgetful country come on full display as the Philippines marks the 33rd anniversary of the peaceful EDSA People Power Revolution of 1986 The Video: EDSA People Power Anniversary GMA News Streamed live Feb 25, 2019 President Rodrigo Duterte skipped it again, Vice President Leni Robredo was not invited, and in a twist most unimaginable in 1986, a Marcos comeback in key positions of leadership could be looming in the Philippines. AGAIN "AboutPhilippines" may ask: Is Duterte "a Marcos lapdog"
	EDSA and history lessons for today Ross Tugade February 25, 2018 'The susceptibility of the youth to seek 'alternative facts' and feign a sense of nostalgia for the golden days of Martial Law is a collective failure of our political, social, and pedagogical institutions' Did EDSA fail us? Sylvia Estrada Claudio February 26, 2018 When this regime threatens press freedom, imprisons its critics, and arbitrarily kills its citizens, then it fails us and EDSA. It reverses all the steps we have taken towards democracy and progress. Ninoy’s impossible dream Emmanuel Doy Santos August 18, 2018 Divisions between the ka-DDS and the dilawan are illusory. Each of them in fact holds a missing piece that, combined with the other, forms a stable liberal democracy.
Videos	The relevance of the 1986 EDSA People Power today Watch the discussion Robredo on EDSA 31: Democracy is each Filipino's ability to be part of nation-building Vice President Leni Robredo delivered a heartfelt message on the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution during a forum on Friday, February 24. She urged Filipinos to ponder what has been their contributions to the country after the bloodless revolution that toppled dictator Ferdinand Marcos. EDSA in the age of social media For the 30th anniversary of EDSA 1, CMFR interviewed millennials and asked: "What comes to mind when you hear 1986 EDSA People Power?" Pangilinan recounts EDSA People Power in 1986 Senator Kiko Pangilinan, who was a student activist in 1986, recalls his EDSA People Power Revolution experience Duterte skips EDSA anniversary rites A toned-down affair. That's how the Duterte administration held its first commemoration of the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution Lagman: Duterte toned down EDSA rites due to his fascination with Marcos For some who saw the horrors of the Marcos dictatorship, President Duterte's decision to tone down this year's commemoration of the EDSA People Power Revolution only reflects his fascination with the late dictator, Ferdinand Marcos. Duterte: No single entity can claim EDSA Revolution President Rodrigo Duterte heralded the spirit of the 1986 EDSA People Power as belonging to the entire Filipino people, and not just to a selected few. Raissa Robles: Duterte a historical 'cherrypicker' At the forum on EDSA People Power's relevance, investigative journalist Raissa Robles says President Rodrigo Duterte "cherrypicks from history to pursue his political agenda." On Cory's 8th death anniversary, Aquino urges Filipinos to protect democracy Camille Elemia August 01, 2017 'Maski anong bagay 'pag pinabayaan ay guguho eh... 'Pag 'di natin pinahalagahan itong mga karapatan na ito, baka gumising tayo isang araw wala na,' says former president Benigno Aquino III. Once a housewife reluctant to enter politics, Cory Aquino became known as an icon of Philippine democracy after the EDSA People Power Revolution that ousted dictator Ferdinand Marcos. Even after retiring from politics, she was still in the public eye, as she continued to speak out on national issues. Duterte on EDSA anniversary: No group has monopoly of patriotism Pia Ranada Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea delivers the message of President Rodrigo Duterte, who skipped the EDSA commemorative event. DILG memo: LGUs 'expected' to help mobilize for pro-Duterte rally The memorandum says local government officials may organize their constituents who are 'willing to participate' in pro-Duterte events supporting President Rodrigo Duterte this weekend, as other groups are set to hold rallies to mark the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution. Pangilinan: 'Real change' lies in 'people power' 'I believe the war on drugs should be refocused [to] war on poverty to reach a developed nation status,' says Senator Francis Pangilinan FULL TEXT: Archbishop Villegas' open letter to Cardinal Sin on EDSA Archbishop Socrates B. Villegas '4 days of bloodless revolution! Wow! Now 8 months of relentless killings of the poor in the name of 'change'! It is a nightmare, Your Eminence! It is a shame.' Cardinal Tagle to parishes: Hold People Power activities Paterno Esmaquel II Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle makes this unprecedented move as the Duterte administration chooses to hold a low-key celebration of People Power this year. ALL Feb 24-25, 2017
Videos	EDSA 31, Feb 25, 2017: Thousands gather to commemorate EDSA 31 Filipinos celebrated the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution at the People Power Monument on Saturday, February 25. Patty Pasion reports 31 years after 1986 Edsa revolt, the fight continues Former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III and Vice President Leni Robredo were among those who attended the 31st anniversary of Edsa People Power Revolution on Saturday. Ramos wants next People Power celebration to be ‘very, very big’ Former President Fidel V. Ramos was somewhat disappointed that the commemoration of the 1986 People Power Revolution was just for a day and held in simple rites inside Camp Aguinaldo. Still, he attended, but he added that he would want the next celebration to be “very, very big.” Fr Robert Reyes: Lies and falsehoods are poisoning the motherland Activist priest Fr. Robert Reyes at the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power revolution says with historical revisionism, lies are allowed to "poison the motherland." Mga taga-suporta ni Duterte, nagtipon sa Quirino Grandstand Kasabay ng paggunita ng ika-31 anibersayo ng People Power Revolution, nagtipon naman ang mga taga-suporta ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte sa Quirino Grandstand para suportahan ang kanyang kampanya kontra droga at kriminalidad. Aguirre: Channeling 'perya barker' or Pontius Pilate? February 27, 2017 UPDATED Several senators criticize the behavior of Justice Secretary Vitaliano Aguirre II at a pro-Duterte rally at Luneta over the weekend was simply tasteless! Despite 'silent' celebration, thousands relive spirit of EDSA Organizers of the rally say 6,000 participated in the 'Power of We' protest set on the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution Thousands gather to commemorate EDSA 31 February 26, 2017 Those who gathered at EDSA 31 not only commemorated the People Power Revolution, but protested the burial of former president Ferdinand Marcos. Duterte critics, supporters clash along EDSA with Video Critics and supporters of President Rodrigo Duterte clashed along the iconic highway EDSA as the Philippines marked the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Saturday, February 25. IN PHOTOS: Anti-Duterte groups relive 31st EDSA People Power uprising Protesters raise several issues as they commemorate the 31st EDSA People Power uprising. Aquino on EDSA 31: 'Hindi pa tapos ang laban' Patty Pasion Former president Benigno Aquino III leads other Liberal Party members who join the rally to remember the 31st anniversary of the EDSA People Power revolt.
	Whose EDSA? A reflection on the (failed) promises of ‘People Power’ Gideon Lasco February 27, 2017 Like an audience of a ‘teleserye’ with no control over the plot, spectatorship is our default mode of involvement. What EDSA represents is the hope that such passivity has not always been the case.
	The essence of EDSA: Change begins with us Leni Robredo February 25, 2017 We don't need false prophets of change who claim that they are the people's last hope. The change that we so desire begins with us.
	The fragility of democracy: Why we can’t just ‘move on’ from EDSA 1 JC Punongbayan February 25, 2017 Perhaps it’s best to remember EDSA 1 not as one great wholesale victory for democracy, but rather as a testament to the fragile nature of democracy.
	March, but mourn not the demise of EDSA Republic Walden Bello February 24, 2017 The EDSA Republic’s failure to live up to its promises spawned Dutertismo
Video	EDSA 31 Heroes: In Memoriam Feb 24, 2017 ABS-CBN News looks back at 31 heroes who figured in the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution and helped restore democracy in the Philippines.
	2016: The year the Marcoses had it so good Patty Pasion December 14, 2016 Sure, the nation had not collectively forgotten Martial Law, but that dark chapter in our history was probably not foremost on anyone's mind at the start of 2016. That was, until the only son and namesake of dictator Ferdinand Marcos started climbing up in election surveys and, later, the family won its decades-long campaign to bury the former president as a hero. This is where 30 years have brought the country. In 1986, Marcos was ousted from power as thousands gathered peacefully on EDSA
	TIMELINE: How the Marcoses made their political comeback February 25, 2017 After being forced into exile following the 1986 EDSA Revolution, the Marcoses slowly return to politics, with members of the late dictator's family now holding government positions. It was February 25, 1986. The dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos was about to reach its end: the military had turned against him, he was facing scores of human rights and corruption accusations, and thousands gathered on the streets in what would be known worldwide as the People Power Revolution. *"AboutPhilippines" says: We are angry*
	The People Power Revolution also known as the EDSA Revolution and the Philippine Revolution of 1986 was a series of popular demonstrations in the Philippines that began in 1983 and culminated in 1986 with the result: Fall of Marcos regime (1965-86); start of Fifth Republic Proclamation 1071 February, 25 2016 be declared as a special (non-working) holiday throughout the country in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution Key players in the 1986 People Power Revolution Jodesz Gavilan Feb 23, 2016 Timeline of the People Power Revolution Newspaper front pages during the 1986 People Power Revolution Jodesz Gavilan February 21, 2016 The Videos 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution Never Before Seen Footages EDSA People Power Revolution, Footages EDSA 30 - Inquirer documentary special EDSA 30 - Nene Pimentel reacts to youth's views on People Power EDSA 30 - Sr Mary John Mananzan reacts to youth's views on People Power EDSA a historical judgment of Marcos dictatorship PNoy: PH was 'sick man of Asia' under Marcos era The Videos A mini-museum on the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution
	The writ of habeas corpus restored - Proclamation No. 2, s. 1986 On March 2, 1986, addressing the large crowd that had gathered in Rizal Park, President Corazon C. Aquino announced the restoration of the writ of habeas corpus.
	Editorial: Lessons from Edsa Sun.Star, February 21, 2016 IT WAS an unexpected lesson that emerged when a class of Mass Communication undergraduates at the University of the Philippines Cebu tossed around the question, “When was martial law declared in the country?” How to help young voters understand martial law Patty Pasion Feb 24, 2016 Major players in the EDSA People Power Revolution have some advice for young people, who now tend to favor a strongman for a leader. Look it as pdf HERE Robredo to Bongbong Marcos: 'Facts don't lie' Bea Orante Feb 25, 2016 Leni Robredo asks Filipino youth to understand the context behind EDSA I and the older generation to help them do it
	Recalling the past, looking to the future Mark Barnes Feb 26, 2016 X users share their experiences from EDSA I and their hopes for the Philippines, 30 years after the People Power Revolution
	#EDSA30 The 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution gathered millions of Filipinos from all walks of life to march along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA), the main artery of Metro Manila, to end the dictatorship of President Ferdinand E. Marcos and begin a new era marked by true freedom and democracy. The events of February 25, 1986, altered the course of our nation’s history; it showcased to the world the remarkable resolve of the Filipino people. It heralded an era of peace. #EDSA30: One memorable meeting on Feb 23 #EDSA30: Helicopters, a phone and a scotch
Video	EDSA 1 @ 33 Manila Bulletin Online Feb 23, 2019 Ordinary Filipinos, who joined the first People Power Revolution at EDSA 33 years ago, recounted their memorable lessons from the historic event that put an end to the Marcos dictatorship. EDSA Revolution 'not defined by any color or group' February 24, 2019 Vice President Leni Robredo says Filipinos must break the misconception that the EDSA Revolution is just all about the 'dilawans'
Video	‘People Power sa Davao’ February 25, 2017 Malayo man sa Maynila ay may naging katungkulan din ang Davao sa pagpapatalsik ng diktaduryang Marcos. Sasaliksikin ni Howie Severino kung paano umusbong ang ‘Welga ng Bayan’ sa Davao at kikilalanin ang mga taong naging instrumento ng mga matatagumpay na protesta sa Davao tulad nina Nanay Soling Duterte, Alex Orcullo at Karen Guantero
	How the unfulfilled EDSA revolt led to Duterte Cleve Arguelles, The Conversation December 22, 2016 'The failure to deliver on the promises of the People Power Revolution made the rise of Duterte politically possible'.
	Anti-Marcos group: Quiet EDSA anniversary rites part of revisionism Aika Rey February 22, 2017 The #BlockMarcos Movement accuses the Duterte administration of downplaying the struggles of those who fought the dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos. Robredo hopes for united EDSA anniversary celebration Patty Pasion February 22, 2017 Aside from the government-hosted event in Camp Aguinaldo, there will also be protests organized by anti-Marcos groups. Duterte supporters to hold rallies on EDSA anniversary Pia Ranada February 22, 2017 - with Video The rallies are meant to prove that support for President Rodrigo Duterte is 'not waning' despite criticism against his war on drugs and the revival of his links to murders in Davao City. Duterte gov't to hold 'simple, quiet' EDSA anniversary Pia Ranada February 16, 2017 'The emphasis has shifted. It is no longer a celebration of the past; it is now a reflection on what can happen in the future.
EDSA People Power II, January 16 to 20, 2001 and the rise and fall – and rise – of Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo go to overview
	EDSA People Power II, January 16 to 20, 2001 The Fall of Estrada & the Rise of a New Political System Second EDSA Revolution Edsa 1 and Edsa 2 compared Artemio V. Panganiban February 07, 2016
	EDSA II EDSA People Power II, as it came to be known, was a series of protests held from January 16 to 20, 2001, against former president Joseph Estrada who was then facing plunder charges. The protests eventually triggered Estrada's downfall – and paved the way for Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, his vice president, to enter the spotlight in the political scene. Looking back at EDSA II: The political paths of Estrada and Arroyo January 17, 2017 16 years since the second EDSA People Power Revolution, two key players, former presidents Joseph Estrada and Gloria Arroyo head in strikingly similar directions
Video	What does history tell us about Gloria Arroyo's presidency? August 02, 2018 Walk down memory lane with Leloy Claudio and Barry Guitierrez on the rise and fall – and rise – of Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's presidency from 2001-2010 is one of the most tumultuous periods in Philippine history – a failure of democracy for some, with corruption taking center stage and an administration constantly in survival mode. The decade made famous the buzzwords "Hello Garci' and "moderate your greed" and gave birth to the Magdalo mutineer IMPORTANT: WHAT WENT BEFORE: Oakwood Mutiny Below : Redux? Duterte admin recalls Arroyo policies, controversies After Palparan conviction, lawyers target Gloria Arroyo Lian Buan September 17, 2018 - with Video ‘We are looking at the angle of command responsibility of Palparan’s commander-in-chief Gloria Macapagal Arroyo,’ says private prosecutor Edre Olalia Jovito Palparan: The most wanted man in the country Patricia Evangelista September 17, 2018 - with Video
	AboutPhilippines says: IMPORTANT to read this article and all the links in it. Redux? Duterte admin recalls Arroyo policies, controversies Carmela Fonbuena July 22, 2018 Rodrigo Duterte and Gloria Arroyo have similar tendencies on key policy issues, but experts say Duterte has pushed his powers to the 'brink of authoritarianism' IMPORTANT too: Arroyo's the feature, Duterte’s just the trailer Vergel O. Santos August 04, 2018 Any residual doubts about Arroyo’s special place in the hierarchy of power in the Duterte regime should be dispelled by her accession to the Speakership Robredo: Arroyo’s House takeover embarrassing Lian Buan July 24, 2018 - with Video ‘Nakakahiya na pinapakita natin sa lahat na iyong pag-wrestle ng power, parang in full public view,’ says Vice President Leni Robredo #BabaeAko movement: Arroyo as Speaker won't champion women's status Sheila Advincula July 24, 2018 At the forefront of #BabaeAko movement's SONA 2018 protest is its call to abolish the 'regressive' TRAIN Act Sara Duterte says House has 'strong leader' in Arroyo Pia Ranada July 24, 2018 The presidential daughter congratulates new Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo a day after the House coup some say she helped bring about Supreme Court ’nipped in the bud’ Arroyo’s plunder case – Morales Lian Buan July 24, 2018 Arroyo rises to the position of House Speaker, but she is not entirely in the clear because a pending case remains at the Ombudsman 'Nagparamdam si FPJ,' Grace Poe says after Arroyo speakership Camille Elemia July 24, 2018 Taking off from her mother Susan Roces' 2005 statement against former president Gloria Arroyo, Senator Poe says: 'Nakadalawa ka na. Ngayon pangatlo na, baka kailangan nang kalusin' Can Alvarez file a quo warranto petition vs Arroyo? Lian Buan July 24, 2018 In 1949, the Supreme Court dismissed a similar petition involving a Senate leadership takeover for lack of jurisdiction over a political question Battle for House minority looms as Alvarez bloc accepts defeat July 24, 2018 The group of Representative Pantaleon Alvarez is keen on fielding Representative Rodolfo Fariñas as its minority leader 'Why is he inside?' Tempers flare after Alvarez ouster Pia Ranada July 24, 2018 'He is no longer Speaker,' says the camp of new House Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo about Davao del Norte 1st District Representative Pantaleon Alvarez's presence in President Rodrigo Duterte's pre-SONA holding room. 'Prime Minister Arroyo' if Cha-Cha succeeds, opposition warns Sofia Tomacruz July 24, 2018 'She has the smarts, she has the experience, and this is something that she’s wanted to have for a long time,' says former lawmaker Barry Gutierrez Malacañang ready to work with Speaker Arroyo Pia Ranada July 24, 2018 The new House Speaker's 'first challenge' is to pass the 2019 national budget on time, says Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque Arroyo vows to push Duterte agenda in House Mara Cepeda July 24, 2018 Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo says she is 'extremely honored' to get the support of her colleagues at the House of Representatives Alvarez out, Arroyo in as House Speaker Mara Cepeda July 23, 2018 - with Video Former president and now Pampanga 2nd District Representative Gloria Macapagal Arroyo replaces Pantaleon Alvarez as House Speaker, with reported backing from presidential daughter Sara Duterte-Carpio Gloria Arroyo's firsts as House Speaker Michael Bueza July 24, 2018 She's back – and how! Makabayan slams Arroyo’s ‘naked power grab’ in House Mara Cepeda July 23, 2018 Gabriela Representatives Emmi de Jesus and Arlene Brosas said they will not support Arroyo, adding, 'Filipino women do not tolerate corrupt people in power, even if it is a ‘She' PH's Cersei Lannister? Arroyo as 'House Speaker' confuses netizens July 23, 2018 It may just be SONA 2018's biggest plot twist, netizens say
	The women behind the fall of Alvarez Mara Cepeda July 27, 2018 How did the formidable forces of Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, Sara Duterte Carpio, and Imee Marcos topple Pantaleon Alvarez in the House of Representatives? Duterte: Inday Sara is the one who calls the shots Lian Buan February 25, 2019 - with Video ‘She really will make you pay the consequences’ says President Rodrigo Duterte Duterte also alluded to the ousting of Pantaleon Alvarez as House Speaker, which was reportedly orchestrated by Sara, Imee Marcos and the one who got the speakership, former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo. Arroyo, Sara Duterte, Imee Marcos meet for ‘thank you lunch’ Mara Cepeda July 30, 2018 UPDATED Speaker Gloria Arroyo hosts a get-together to show her gratitude to politicians who supported her bid for the leadership of the House of Representatives
Massacres - historical and 1968 - ??? Remark most of the videos in this section are albums in the album "Massacres - historical and 1950 - ???" Look also Attacks against - Killings - Enforced disappearances of: Officials, Priests, Journalists, Lawyers, Environmental activists - Etc. above The Filipino genocide go to overview
	List of massacres
	Massacres, incidents of violence against farmers Jodesz Gavilan October 23, 2018 Filipino farmers have taken it upon themselves to fight for their rights but have been met with bullets as protests turn violent The Video: Independent investigation sa Sagay massacre in the album "Sagay massacre, 9 farmers killed at Negros Occidental hacienda" AND MUCH MORE
	Jabidah and Merdeka: The inside story Marites Dañguilan Vitug and Glenda M. Gloria March 18, 2013 On March 18, 1968 at least 23 young Muslim trainees were shot to death on Corregidor Island in what has since been known as the Jabidah massacre. The officers who participated in the Jabidah massacre have not fully come clean. In the end, it may have left a legacy of lying and cover-up in the military. Rappler first republished this piece in March 2013, and is republishing this again to mark the 50th anniversary of the Jabidah massacre this year. Still no justice 50 years after Jabidah massacre March 18, 2018 - with Video Half a century later, the names of slain young Moros remain carved on concrete walls while justice is still nowhere to be found. Learn from lessons of Jabidah massacre, Zambo youth tell Duterte Jieven Santisteban March 18, 2017 Young Mindanao activists urge President Rodrigo Duterte to stop extrajudicial killings Jabidah Massacre: 51 years after, still vivid in memory Amir Mawalil March 18, 2019 There is no closure for this injustice yet and HERE
	Mendiola Massacre, January 22, 1987 4 things to know about the Mendiola Massacre Raisa Serafica January 21, 2017 Agrarian Reform Chief Rafael “Ka Paeng” V. Mariano, then secretary-general of Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas, is one of the many farmers who were at the Mendiola protest in 1987. On January 22, 1987, an otherwise peaceful mobilization on Mendiola Street turned into a bloody dispersal that took the lives of 13 farmers. The unfortunate incident came to be known as the Mendiola Massacre. The Bloody Mendiola Massacre Took Place 32 Years Ago Today Nicai de Guzman Jan 22, 2019 No matter who fired first, history cannot change the outcome of that dark, bloody day-12 people died on the streets, 13 by some accounts. The Videos: Mendiola Massacre, January 22, 1987 - January 24, 2019: Farmers press for justice 32 years after Mendiola Massacre
	Inopacan Massacre Surviving families of the Inopacan Massacre on Monday remembered their loved ones killed in a mass execution perpetuated by the New People’s Army (NPA) in the 1980s. Leyte marks 2nd year commemoration of Inopacan mass grave exhumation Philippine Information Agency (PIA 8) August 27, 2008 Manila court orders arrest of Joma Sison, Jalandoni over Leyte mass grave Lian Buan September 06, 2019 Satur Ocampo, a co-accused, is excluded in the warrant because of an earlier bail grant by the Supreme Court A Manila court has ordered the arrest of Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) founder Joma Sison, his wife and 36 other members of the organization for murder. ABS-CBN Sep 06 2019 Sison and his co-accused were tagged in the so-called "Inopacan massacre," a 1980s purge of CPP members accused of various offenses in Leyte province, according to an arrest warrant issued Aug. 28 by Judge Thelma Bunyi-Medina of the Manila Regional Trial Court Branch 32. Joma hits Duterte’s ‘fake charges’ against him, other critics Ronalyn V. Olea September 6, 2019 PNP plans to arrest Joma Sison through Interpol Rambo Talabong September 10, 2019 The Philippine National Police is preparing to ask the International Criminal Police Organization to issue a red notice against exiled communist leader Joma Sison 4 Supreme Court aspirants say Interpol cannot arrest Joma JC Gotinga September 11, 2019 Four Court of Appeals associate justices say international legal conventions on political refugees protect the Communist Party of the Philippines founder from arrest over a murder case filed in 2007 The Video: Itanong Mo Kay Prof: Inopacan Massacre kodao phils Sep 7, 2019
	Hacienda Luisita massacre, Nov. 16, 2004 Striking farmworkers, demanding the turnover of the land to them, were violently dispersed by combined PNP-AFP forces. As the strikers and their supporters resisted the teargas shells and water cannons, successive gunshots rang out. Consequently, seven farmworkers were killed, 121 were injured (32 had gunshot wounds), including 11 children and four elderly men. In the succeeding weeks, eight supporters of the strike were killed: Bishop Alberto Ramento, former supreme bishop of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente; Fr. William Tadena, also of the IFI; Tarlac City councilor Abel Ladera; Ric Ramos, president of the Central Azucarera de Tarlac Labor Union; and four worker-community leaders. The Videos: Hacienda Luisita massacre, Nov 2004 & March 2014 Hda. Luisita massacre: No justice after 10 years
	Maguindanao Massacre, election-related violence and media killings, November 23, 2009 6 updates on Maguindanao massacre's 6th year Jodesz Gavilan November 21, 2015 Rappler lists down what happened during the months leading to the 6th year of the worst case of election-related violence and media killings in the Philippines ALL the Videos UPDATED Dec 20, 2019 about: Maguindanao massacre also known as the Ampatuan massacre in the album Media Killings - Etc. e.g. Maguindanao massacre: Ang hatol - The Verdict Malacañang Palace briefing on Ampatuan Massacre verdict and MUCH more Videos Ampatuans start to appeal guilty massacre verdict Lian Buan January 02, 2020 Unsay opts to go straight to the Court of Appeals, while Anwar Sr and his sons file a motion before the Quezon City court Even after the Ampatuan verdict, Filipino journalists are still in peril Billy Jason Vuelta December 22, 2019 As long as there are still Filipinos who choose to be misinformed and disinformed, the Philippines will still be a dangerous place for journalists How the Ampatuans commanded the police to carry out massacre Lian Buan December 22, 2019 Policemen, whether accomplices or not, readily comply with the order to set up checkpoints. The Mangudadatu convoy fails to secure an escort after the army refuses to provide them with one. Ampatuans' scramble after massacre turns loyal househelp against them Lian Buan December 21, 2019 A thoughtless comment to kill Saliao for knowing 'so many things' led the loyal househelp to squeal Daughter of 58th Ampatuan massacre victim continues to fight for justice Vernise L Tantuco December 21, 2019 The Ampatuan massacre verdict is bittersweet for Nenen Momay, whose father wasn't recognized by the court as among those murdered Amid confusion, families to clarify Ampatuan massacre verdict Lian Buan December 21, 2019 4 people part of the 101 on trial did not receive judgments. A policeman who offered his troop for the massacre plot is both convicted and acquitted in the ruling. 'Tama na please': How lawyer's text in last moments convicted Andal Ampatuan Lian Buan December 21, 2019 Lawyer Cynthia Oquendo-Ayon sends a message to a fellow lawyer: 'Please advise client Ampatuan. Tama na pls, we might get killed they are firing.' SUMMARY: Why many were acquitted, some convicted in Ampatuan massacre Lian Buan December 20, 2019 Take a look at Judge Jocelyn Solis Reyes' reasoning for the acquittals of scions of the Ampatuan clan despite their participation in the plotting of the massacre Sibling remembers Ampatuan victim's premonition of attack Marchel P. Espina December 20, 2019 'No amount of money can pay the life of my sister,' Andrea Jayme says of the slain human rights lawyer Concepcion Brizuela 'Patayin sila lahat': Tato Ampatuan acquitted despite participation in meeting Lian Buan December 20, 2019 Datu Akmad or Tato Ampatuan attends a medical mission in Mamasapano on the day of the massacre, leading Judge Jocelyn Solis Reyes to say 'he did not cling to the agreed plot to kill' IBP on Ampatuan verdict: Delayed justice breeds despair, corruption Jodesz Gavilan December 20, 2019 While it welcomes the conviction of suspects in the Ampatuan massacre, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines laments the delay and pushes for reforms in the judicial process Journalists, lawyers call for state accountability after Ampatuan verdict Vernise L Tantuco December 20, 2019 The state needs to be accountable for crimes committed by its own agents, says NUJP chair Nonoy Espina, whether it's the Ampatuan massacre or the drug war PNP: Acquitted policemen in Ampatuan massacre case can return to service Jodesz Gavilan December 20, 2019 PNP spokesman Brigadier General Bernard Banac says they are studying the status and case folders of the 17 acquitted policemen in the Ampatuan massacre Ampatuan brothers convicted in 10-year massacre case Lian Buan December 19, 2019 - with Video Datu Andal Jr and Zaldy Ampatuan are sentenced to reclusion perpetua without parole 55 acquitted, 28 convicted in Ampatuan massacre Lian Buan December 19, 2019 An additional 15 are convicted for being accessories to the crime, and are sentenced to 6-10 years in prison DOCUMENT: Full decision on Ampatuan massacre case December 19, 2019 The promulgation on December 19 marks the end of a decade-long trial. Read the full decision . Malacañang welcomes guilty verdict in Ampatuan massacre Sofia Tomacruz December 19, 2019 But the 'narrative on the protection of media workers is far from over,' says Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo, who was once a lawyer for Datu Andal Ampatuan Jr After Ampatuan conviction, CHR urges gov't to ensure same 'full force of law' Jodesz Gavilan December 19, 2019 'May this verdict revive our faith in the justice system,' says the Commission on Human Rights, adding that the government must address 'marks of impunity that continue to prevail' Ampatuan verdict 'a big win' for victims, families – human rights lawyer Vernise L Tantuco December 19, 2019 Lawyer and former SC spokesman Ted Te says Judge Jocelyn Solis Reyes' conviction of the Ampatuan brothers is a 'brave statement' NUJP: Despite Ampatuan conviction, fight is not yet over Jodesz Gavilan December 19, 2019 'We must soldier on until the last of those responsible are behind bars,' the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines says Sajid Ampatuan acquitted despite 'knowledge of murder plot' Lian Buan December 19, 2019 A meeting is held in Sajid's house a day after the massacre to discuss 'how to save the backhoe' but Judge Jocelyn Solis Reyes says 'it is of no moment' 58th Ampatuan massacre victim forgotten in verdict? Rambo Talabong December 19, 2019 Reynaldo Momay, a journalist who was seen covering the doomed candidacy filing of Esmael 'Toto' Mangudadatu and was never found again, is not counted as a murder victim by the Ampatuan brothers Toto Mangudadatu: No closure yet, will appeal Sajid Ampatuan’s acquittal JC Gotinga December 19, 2019 Mangudadatu says he is thankful for the guilty verdict on most of the suspects in the murder of his wife and sisters, but he will still go after the ones acquitted Ampatuan massacre victims' families could each receive P20M December 19, 2019 Lawyer Ted Te says the families should receive at least P50,000 in civil damages, though prosecution lawyers have asked the court to order the accused to each pay P20 million HRW: Use Ampatuan conviction to push for reforms vs culture of impunity Jodesz Gavilan December 19, 2019 The conviction of the Ampatuan brothers over the 2009 massacre should signal the end of state support for private armies and political warlordism, says Human Rights Watch Did prosecution do enough? Ampatuan massacre verdict out today Lian Buan December 19, 2019 Here's a summary of the prosecution's evidence for the 10-year trial compared to the alibis and witnesses of the Ampatuans LIVE UPDATES: Ampatuan massacre verdict News, analyses, live broadcast, and videos on the decision on the Ampatuan massacre on December 19, 2019 at Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig 2 days before verdict, court orders Zaldy Ampatuan's return to jail Lian Buan December 17, 2019 'The court finds that there is no longer any need for [Zaldy Ampatuan] to remain in the hospital as the procedure during rehabilitation session can be done to him as an outpatient,' says Judge Jocelyn Solis-Reyes Supreme Court allows live coverage of Ampatuan massacre judgment Lian Buan December 10, 2019 The Supreme Court (SC) en banc ruled on Tuesday, December 10, to allow live coverage of the most awaited decision on the Ampatuan massacre which will be held on December 19 inside Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig. Media orgs unite, ask SC for live coverage of Ampatuan judgment Lian Buan December 03, 2019 'Allowing live coverage would allow families unable to travel to Manila to immediately hear the decision of the 58 counts of murder of Judge Jocelyn Solis Reyes,' says the petition signed by media organizations Ampatuan massacre verdict out December 19 Lian Buan December 02, 2019 Judge Jocelyn Solis-Reyes will hand down the judgment 9 am at the Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig. Look the Video: Maguindanao massacre verdict out on Dec. 19 \| ANC #FightFor58: Activities commemorating 10th anniversary of Ampatuan Massacre November 19, 2019 Here's a running list of activities you can join to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Ampatuan Massacre Children bear the brunt 10 years since Ampatuan massacre LIAN BUAN November 18, 2019 Many of the widows of the journalists choose to go abroad, leaving behind their children who have to lose another parent. Financial assistance is also running out. Supreme Court extends Ampatuan massacre judgment to December Lian Buan November 08, 2019 - with Video 'We have waited for ten years, the 30 days is a short time to wait,' private prosecutor Nena Santos says of the 30-day extension to promulgate the decision. The Video: 'Unacceptable,' lawyer of Maguindanao massacre victims' kin says of delay in verdict Nov 7, 2019 ABS-CBN News It is "unacceptable" that the loved ones of 58 people killed in the Maguindanao massacre have yet to get justice nearly a decade after one of the world's worst election-related incidents of violence, their lawyer said Thursday. 'Press freedom is dead' if Ampatuans not convicted for massacre – lawyer Lian Buan November 05, 2019 After a decade, a court is scheduled to render a judgment on the Ampatuan massacre. Lawyer Nena Santos expects a guilty verdict for the principal accused. Malacañang task force asks CMFR, NUJP, media groups about Maguindanao massacre aid Pia Ranada April 26, 2019 A media watchdog decries this as a fishing expedition meant to 'demonize independent and non-profit media organizations' CA: 3 accused in Maguindanao massacre can't be state witnesses July 29, 2018 The Court of Appeals denies the motion seeking to turn Police Inspector Rex Ariel Diongon, Police Office 1 Rainier Ebus, and Mohammad Sangki into state witnesses After 8 years, what's next in the Maguindanao massacre trial? Sofia Tomacruz November 23, 2017 Almost a decade has passed since the death of 58 in the Maguindanao massacre – will justice be served soon? What has happened to the Maguindanao massacre trial 8 years later? Sofia Tomacruz November 23, 2017 - with Video 8 years and 3 administrations later, no convictions have been made TIMELINE: The long road to justice for Maguindanao massacre victims Sofia Tomacruz November 23, 2017 It's been 8 years since 58 people – including 32 media workers – were killed in Maguindanao. What has happened since? INFOGRAPHIC: The Maguindanao massacre, 8 years later November 23, 2017 Here's the status of the Maguindanao massacre trial in numbers 7 years later: What happened to the Maguindanao massacre case? Katerina Francisco Updated November 23, 2016 Will the worst case of election-related violence in the Philippines reach its resolution under the Duterte administration? Maguindanao massacre also known as the Ampatuan massacre the slideshow: Dozens of bodies found in mass grave in Amputuan, Maguindanao province WATCH: Media groups demand 'justice now, convict Ampatuans' Lisa Marie David November 24, 2019 - with Video NUJP, AlterMidya, and other media groups commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Maguindanao massacre with a mural painting and march Groups slam ‘delayed justice’ for victims of Ampatuan massacre November 23, 2019 Ten years after the gruesome killing of 58 people, 32 from the media, press freedom continues to be under attack Fearful wait for justice a decade after Ampatuan massacre Agence France-Presse November 23, 2019 A relative of victims say they are 'afraid for the life of the prosecutor or even the judge' For Mama: Child of Ampatuan massacre victim chooses journalism too Lian Buan November 23, 2019 - with Video If she pursues her dream profession, 16-year-old Rhully Mae Shula Montaño will also bear the many, many problems of the media that even the killing of her mother could not solve NUJP's Nonoy Espina on the 10th anniversary of the Maguindanao massacre November 22, 2019 What has happened in the 10 years since the Maguindanao massacre? NUJP chair ‘confident’ Ampatuans will be convicted November 22, 2019 An acquittal, says National Union of Journalists of the Philippines' Nonoy Espina, would have grave implications not just on press freedom but on the electoral process Trial of the decade: Highlights of Ampatuan massacre case Nov 22, 2019 The Ampatuan massacre is considered both the worst case of election-related violence in the Philippines and the single deadliest attack against the media
	Atimonan massacre, January 6, 2013 Atimonan incident: Ambush or shootout? Natashya Gutierrez January 18, 2013 Thirteen people were killed in a mass murder, authorities said to be an alleged shootout conducted by Philippine National Police. Ambush or shootout? Almost 2 weeks after the Atimonan Quezon incident, there are more questions than answers. Look the Video in HD Getting to the bottom of the Atimonan rubout Benjie Oliveros January 18, 2013 PNP dismisses 13 cops in Atimonan killings Bea Cupin April 14, 2014 Dismissed from service more than a year after the incident are 13 policemen, including a veteran intelligence officer
	Mamasapano massacre - SAF44 was an incident that occurred during a police operation, codenamed Oplan Exodus, which took place on Sunday, January 25, 2015, at Tukanalipao, Mamasapano, Maguindanao, by Special Action Force (SAF) of the Philippine National Police (PNP) (allegedly joined by United States Army Special Forces) against the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). The operation was intended to capture or kill wanted Malaysian terrorist and bomb-maker Zulkifli Abdhir and other Malaysian terrorists or high-ranking members of the BIFF. ALL the Videos about: PNP-SAF Ambush Malupet and the time - cases after - After Aquino, Sandiganbayan clears Purisima and Napeñas in Mamasapano case Lian Buan January 21, 2020 The anti-graft court rules on merits for Purisima and Napeñas, saying because the generals did not receive anything in return, there can be no case of graft SC has been sitting on Mamasapano transfer request for a year Lian Buan January 25, 2018 - with Video The trial of 88 people charged with murder for the bloody Mamasapano operations has yet to start Aquino again blames Napeñas for Mamasapano mistakes Bea Cupin November 10, 2017 Former president Benigno Aquino III says that at that time, he had no reason to believe that the former SAF chief would lie to him Sandiganbayan finds probable cause to put Aquino on trial Lian Buan November 10, 2017 - with Video 3rd UPDATE About an hour after former President Benigno Aquino III posts bail, the anti-graft court announces it has found probable cause to put him on trial Ombudsman files charges vs Noynoy Aquino over Mamasapano Lian Buan November 08, 2017 The former president is facing charges of graft and usurpation of official functions over the botched Mamasapano operation back in 2015 SAF 44 kin want homicide charges vs Aquino July 19, 2017 - with Video Aquino also files his appeal before Morales but it is done discreetly. Look also HERE Aquino surprised Duterte defended him over indictment Lian Buan July 18, 2017 Former president Benigno Aquino III will file a motion for reconsideration before the Ombudsman on Wednesday, July 19, to 'clarify what transpired' in the Mamasapano operation. Mamasapano generals: Where are they now? Bea Cupin July 16, 2017 Former police generals Alan Purisima and Getulio Napeñas allegedly 'conspired' with former president Benigno Aquino III in the lead-up to the tragic Mamasapano clash. Duterte declares Jan 25 'Day of National Remembrance' for SAF 44 February 26, 2017 with many good links Senate draft report: MILF liabilities in Mamasapano 'massacre' Carmela Fonbuena March 17, 2015 Senator Grace Poe is not taking the MILF to task for the death of the SAF commandos, only its members who were involved in the bloody clash. PNoy ultimately responsible for Mamasapano massacre - Senate panel March 17, 2015 AMITA O. LEGASPI See the full executive summary Duterte to create commission to reinvestigate Mamasapano January 24, 2017 The President wants to appoint 'men of integrity and honor,' possibly former Supreme Court justices, to head the reinvestigation into the 2015 botched police operation. SAF 44 families demand justice from Duterte Pia Ranada January 25, 2017 During a dinner for the families, Duterte promises to set a 'day of remembrance' for the SAF 44 and orders the PNP to study the possibility of awarding the fallen troopers the Medal of Valor. Two years after Mamasapano: What happened to the case? January 25, 2017 Two years have passed since the Mamasapano encounter, but the victims' families are still clamoring for truth on the bloody police operation. Finger-pointing on Mamasapano Edilberto de Jesus, PhD January 28, 2017 If Aquino was ultimately responsible for Mamasapano *should not Duterte accept ultimate accountability for the murder by PNP officers of Jee Ick Joo, and any murder subsequently discovered to have been perpetrated by the police?* Ombudsman vs Mamasapano massacre the Videos in the album "Mamasapano massacre - SAF44" e.g.: Duterte: US involvement in Mamasapano had Aquino blessing Duterte, binanatan si Aquino dahil sa Mamasapano encounte A look back at the Mamasapano carnage Aquino to face trial for Mamasapano carnage Poe urges Duterte: Push for swift resolution of Mamasapano cases
Ancient Dynasties - Kingdoms and Sultanates of Pre-Colonial Philippines Look also Ethnic and Indigenous Filipino Groups go to overview
	The article covers the history of the Philippines from the creation of the Laguna Copperplate Inscription in 900 to the arrival of European explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, which marks the beginning of the Spanish Colonial period. History of the Philippines (Before 1521)
-- Videos	Lost Land of Maharlika March 5, 2014 - with Videos Only one royal family holds the title for the whole Philippines, Borneo, Guam, Marianas Island, Hawaii, Da Nang Vietnam, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Kuril Islands, etc. King Luisong ruled the entire kingdom from Luzon [named after him], the northern part of what is now known as The Republic of the Philippines. The Videos: TAMA SI MARCOS! President Duterte on the idea of renaming PH to 'MAHARLIKA' Feb 11, 2019 President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday said the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos was right in wanting to change the Philippines’ name to Maharlika. Change the name of Philippines ITS NAME IS MORE THAN MAHARLIKA.. Its OPHIR Philip secret place Feb 12, 2019 Annais Nunez wrote February 23, 2019 Hope someone must inform President that accdg to the book of Antonio Pigafetta the Philippines is called Ophir. The book is a great evidence or reference. Please someone must provide the book to president. IMPORTANT look above The Philippines: The Biblical land of Ophir? Duterte agrees with Marcos’ idea of renaming ‘Philippines’ to ‘Maharlika’ Darryl John Esguerra, Orlando Dinoy, Inquirer Mindanao, February 11, 2019 Alejano's unlikely ally: Duterte supports renaming Philippines Pia Ranada February 11, 2019 President Rodrigo Duterte already has a name in mind for the country: Maharlika. This was the name supported by the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos. Duterte’s ‘Maharlika’ proposal is from Ferdinand Marcos’ fictitious guerrilla unit Catalina Ricci S. Madarang February 12, 2019 FALSE: Filipino 'royal family' ruled over pre-colonial 'Maharlika kingdom' February 15, 2019 - with Video There are no records that show proof of a pre-colonial Filipino royal family that ruled over a kingdom called Maharlika, which was made up of the Philippines, Brunei, South Borneo, Hawaii, the Spratly Islands, and Sabah IMPORTANT to read incl. all links in the article
	Maharlika a Filipino term meaning “nobility” or “aristocracy”. Its etymology is rooted from the Sanskrit maharddhika which means “a man of wealth, knowledge, and ability”. During ancient times in the Philippines, the word maharlika referred to the nobility class in Philippine society who are also known to be warriors. Maharlika and the ancient class system Paul Morrow 16 January 2009
Video	5 Former Names of the Philippines - Featured History The Pentalore Jan 14, 2019 We’ll be showing you some of the most and lesser known former names of the Philippines.
	Kahariang Tundun or Kaharian ng Tondo Kingdom of Tondo Tondo, also referred to as Tundo, Tundun, Tundok, was a Philippine fortified kingdom whose capital is located in the Manila Bay area, specifically north of the Pasig river, on Luzon island Look also HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE e.g. many links to former kingdoms in the Philippines e.g. Kingdom of Maynila & Kingdom of Namayan
	Rajahante of Cebu was a classical Philippine state which used to exist on Cebu island prior to the arrival of the Spanish.
Rajah Humabon	Rajah Humabon - King of Cebu Rajah Humabon was the Rajah (King) of Cebu at the time of Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan's arrival in the Philippines in 1521 look also HERE
	A Chronology: The Ilonggo Nation The surrenderd Ilonggo Nation the map 1214 up to the early 1900´s The Federal Republic of the Visayas (1898-1901)
Video	Visaya - Family/Clans The Sri Vijayan empire: Who are the Visayans and where did they come from? Look also the below video and the Ancient Goldworking - Treasures -- Who are the Visayan? It is never too late to expand one's knowledge of the past. Embarrassing as it may be to the government that the Bisaya it has tirelessly repressed is indeed descended from the great Sri Vishaya, the pursuit of historical truth justifies itself. If not, then for the sake of our young who can only take so much of self-serving and subjective official Philippine history. Remark this is an album in the album Cebu & Visayan - Heritage, Legacy & History THE VISAYAN RAIDERS OF THE CHINA COAST, 1174-1190 AD Efren B. Isorena and HERE
Newsletter of the Ilonggo Nation	The Federal Republic of the Visayas (1898-1901) Remark: the links to the different pages in the upper right corner of the site
	Princess Urduja PRINCESS URDUJA: Finding the legendary 14th-century Philippine heroine Princess Urduja (ca. 1350–1400 AD) is believed to be a legendary warrior princess who is recognized as a heroine in Pangasinan, when Pangasinan was a kingdom. Young, beautiful and well-educated, Princess Urduja was reputed to be a good warrior who had personally led her soldiers to the battlefields. Look - Download this great article Princess Urduja: A Symbolic Subversion Princess Urduja, Legendary Warrior Princess December 1, 2016 Stephanie Gancayco
	Princess Urduja: The Mother of Ibalois? Have you ever heard of Princess Urduja? If your elementary teacher was like ours, she would have told you about the warrior princess who is believed to have ruled the Kingdom of Tawalisi. Anyway, there is an ongoing debate whether Urduja ever existed and whether the Kingdom of Tawalisi really is modern day Pangasinan. Incidentally, the province of Pangasinan honors the memory of Urduja by naming its capitol the Urduja Palace and by putting up a statue in her honor. Download this article
	THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBOANGA
Video	Ancient Dynasties - Kingdoms Of Pre-Colonial Philippines May 1, 2013 What was lost, is now found. What was forgotten, is now remembered. - Ano ay nawala, ngayon ay natagpuan. Ano ay nakalimutan, ngayon ay remembered.
	The Royal Hashemite Sultanate of Sulu and Sabah Royal Sultanate of Sulu the history, flags and symbols sometimes unknown of these Kingdoms. Historical Flags of Sulu Sultanate
	Line of succession of the Sultans of Sulu of the Modern Era February 26, 2013 List of sultans of Sulu Jamalul Kiram III
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	Philippine History and Politics on Spanish colonization Look as pdf HERE
	The Spanish Era in the Philippines
Spaniards' first 50 years	The Spaniards' first 50 years in the Philippines, 1565-1615 Blair & Robertson, The Philippine Islands, volume 3, pp. 141-172.Translation from the Spanish by J.G. Gill.
Spanish Colonial Caste System	Spanish Colonial Caste System in the Philippines and the rules of the castes Indio - persons of pure Filipino ancestry Negrito - persons of pure Aeta ancestry Sangley - person of pure Chinese ancestry Mestizo de Sangley - person of mixed Chinese and Malay ancestry; also called chino and/or chino-mestizo Mestizo de Bombay - person of mixed Indian and Malay ancestry Mestizo de Español - person of mixed Spanish and Malay ancestry Tornatrás - person of mixed Spanish, Malay, and Chinese ancestry Filipinos - persons of pure Spanish descent born in the Philippines ("from Las Filipinas") also called Insulares ("from the islands") or Criollos (Creoles) Americanos - persons of pure Spanish descent born in Spanish America ("from the Americas") Peninsulares - persons of pure Spanish descent born in Spain ("from the peninsula") Mulato-50% Spanish and 50% black Morisco-25% black and 75% Spanish Albino- white pigmented black Negro-full blooded black person
Video	Spanish Colonialism in the Philippines Oct 10, 2014
	Religious Revolt of Hermano Pule Apolinario de la Cruz (July 22, 1815 – November 4, 1841), known as Hermano Pule, Spanish for "Brother Pule" also spelled Hermano Puli, was a Filipino religious leader who founded and led the Cofradía de San José. The cofradía was established in 1832 in response to the racial discrimination of the Catholic Church in the Philippines. During the Spanish colonial period, Catholic religious orders refused to admit native Filipinos as members. In retaliation, Pule established his own religious order which was exclusive for native Filipinos. Look also HERE the Video: Dalit ni Hermano Pule (Lament of Brother Pule) Feb 1, 2009 Malu Maniquis
Videos	History of Hispano - Mexican Filipinas 1521-1898 Historia de la Filipinas Hispana 1521-1898 and Governor Generals of the Philippines and the Rulers of Spain Remark these are 2 albums
Videos	The Spanish Influence on Filipino Culture - Language - History etc. Contributions of Spanish Colonization in the Philippines< -- Spanish Philippines: The Colonial Era Memoria del español filipino -- Cultural History of the Philippines: Hispanic Philippines Than We Admit. An extended meditation on the encounter between the native and the foreign, More Hispanic Than We Admit is a collection of scholarly essays on Philippine culture and history. It recuperates our Spanish past and inspires a continued and lasting engagement with Hispanic Philippines Studies. -- Remark: this is a album "The Spanish Influence on Filipino Culture - Language - History etc."
Contribution of the Basque men	The contribution of the Basque men to the Philippines Rodríguez, Eulogio B. Many of the Spaniards who had resided in the Philippines were the Basques (vascuences of vascongados). Although they dit not constitute the biggest group, they were given the smallest tie of racial knowledge; they were known more as Spaniards than as Basques.
Videos	Remark these are albums in the album Philippine History Spanish Philippines: The Colonial Era Pictures and photographs of the Philippines: people, places, and art during the 18th to 19th century; during Spanish colonial days. -- Latin Philippines Images of old churches and Fort Santiago ,
Video	Remark these are albums in the album Spanish Colonial Era -- Mestiza Hispana Filipina - Spanish Colonial Era -- Filipina Mestizas of the Past Leona Lyn Oct 30, 2012 Mestiza in the Philippines primarily means a Filipina mixed with Spanish, though it could also mean "mixed with other races". -- El vestido tradicional de la Filipina - Spanish Colonial Era -- La Mujer Filipina - Spanish Colonial Era They were called The Spanish Ladies-Señoritas. -- El Hombre Filipino - Spanish Colonial Era They were called The Spanish Gentlemen-Señores.
	Manila Carnivals 1908-1939 Perhaps, no other event has piqued the interest and stirred a nation’s imagination more than the fabled Manila Carnivals. Held from 1908-1939, the 2-week fair was organized as a goodwill event to celebrate harmonious U.S.-Philippine relations and to showcase our commercial, industrial and agricultural progress. Spectacular parades, lavish shows, firework displays and the crowning of the Manila Carnival Queen highlighted the "greatest annual event in the Orient".
Videos	Remark these are albums in the album Intramuros & Manila During Spanish Time El Carnaval de Manila - Spanish Colonial Era Manila Carnival was an event that aroused the jealousy of all Asia not only for your show, if not for the parade of your exotic queens. Beautiful young women of Luzon, Visayas or Mindanao arrived in Manila for be proclaimed the most pretty woman of the Philippines Islands. The video shows also many kind of dresses of that time! -- La Casa Filipina and the interior - Spanish Colonial Era Colonial Houses in the Philippines were the union between Eastern style and Spanish pattern. A home designed in stone in the ground floor in order to fight tropical heat and wood at the top to fight the strong earthquakes that often shook the islands. The furniture inside the house was clearly done by people of mixed race, with garlanded rooms with lamps imported from Spain and beautiful glass cabinets dressed in fine China. -- Manila During Spanish Time -- Old Spanish-speaking Manila, 2videos -- Intramuros - Spanish Colonial Era Spanish Colonial Age (Golden Age) in the Philippines, Intramural, which is called City of God because of its many convents, churches, schools, houses and streets made with a colonial art which was magnificent at that time. Once it was destroyed in the World War II by the Americans and Japaneses, who were cruel to its population and majestic city. However, nowadays it remains the memories of that which was the Asian Pearl of the Spanish Empire. Look also HERE -- Intramuros: The historical walled city of Manila Intramuros is a walled city-fortress originally built by the Spaniards in the 1600's. It is a historical monument, almost completely destroyed in World War II, it has been restored and is a must-see for visitors to the Philippines. Intramuros is rich with history and legend. Look also HERE
	Who is the Filipino? Identity in heritage spaces June 11, 2019 What does protecting built heritage like Intramuros have to do with being Filipino? We talk to Intramuros Administration chief Guiller Asido about how the ancient Walled City is keeping up with modern times.
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Video	The Story of the Filipino: Election Heroes CNN Philippines May 11, 2019 With a few days before the midterm polls, The Story of the Filipino talks to individuals who sincerely dedicate their time and efforts to have a clean and truthful election.
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