Philippine history

The Philippine Revolution, called the Tagalog War by the Spanish, was a revolution, a civil war and subsequent conflict fought between the people and insurgents of the Philippines and the Spanish colonial authorities of the Spanish East Indies, under the Spanish Empire.

1744 map of the Philippines / by Pedro Murillo Velarde

The Philippine Declaration of Independence was proclaimed on 12 June 1898 in Cavite el Viejo, Philippines. the Philippines flag was raised for the very first time by General Emilio Aguinaldo after he issued a decree setting aside the date as a proclamation of independence. Three women designed the flag: Marcela Agoncillo, Lorenza Agoncillo, and Delfina Herboza.

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Confeccion de la Standarte Nacional (Making of the Philippine Flag) - F. Amorsolo (oil painting 91.44 x 12.08 )

An illustration I made for Synergy88 used for social media celebrating the Philippine Independence Day.

ul { padding-left:15px; }​ TO the Filipinos: In Noli Me Tangere I started to sketch the present state of our native land. But the effect which my effort produced made me realize that, before attempting to unroll before your eyes the other pictures which were to follow, it was necessary first to post you on the past. So only can you fairly judge the present and estimate how much progress has been made during the three centuries (of Spanish rule).

A view of #Binondo Church from San Fernando St. Bridge from way back :) #ThrowbackThursday #TBT #Nostalgia #Philippines Source: Bahay Tsinoy Museum, 32 Anda St. cor. Cabildo St., Intramuros, Manila

The Philippine Insurrection took place from 1899-1902. The insurrectionists quickly turned to guerilla tactics, including surprise hit and run attacks and the use of snipers and booby traps...

Old Manila

A national hero of the Philippines is a Filipino who has been recognized as a hero for his or her role in the history of the country. Loosely, the term may refer to all Filipino historical figures recognized as heroes, but the term more strictly refers to those officially designated as such. This quiz will

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"Explore the captivating beauty of Intramuros, Manila's historic walled city. Journey through the cobblestone streets lined with Spanish colonial architecture, including the iconic Fort Santiago and the breathtaking San Agustin Church. Witness the magic of sunset casting a golden glow upon the ancient walls, creating a truly unforgettable experience. Horse-drawn kalesas add to the old-world charm. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the Philippines. #Intramuros #Manila…

Let's learn about the lesser-known but just as remarkable conflicts that once took place in the Philippines.

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