Philippine History

Rise of the 19th century was characterized by Nationalistic Policy so as with the rise of educated elites also known as the Illustrados. Jose Rizal is one of them. Illustrados are the ones who go out on the country to study. During the 19th century liberalism in Europe started. Technological Innovation of the Suez Canal the Trading Root was improved.

In South Asia printing press made literacy increase, publication of book, magazines, news papers and other reading materials helps the people to gain knowledge about everything.

On 1896-1897, during the 1st phase of revolution the main actors are the elites. During this year Bonifacio who had an underground organization with Aguinaldo died.

The American entry to the Philippines was a debate whether to destroy the Spanish fleet or to colonize the Philippines. American occupation was the result for expansion and annexation. The Battle of Manila Bay resulted for Philippine Independence since the American won. Arrival of U.S Troops was quite ironic, it was a very big question of Why the Americans established military troops. Philippine- American Relation was very funny, I was called “love-hate” relationship and a “special” relationship since it was a very personal relationship.

Japan was considered as the leaders of the Asians. I was quite surprise knowing that Japan only has self-defense force or the SDF. They are no allowed to use there military for offence.

Marcos era was considered a strong government except for the killings. Marcos had two terms for his presidency. His 1st term happened during 1965-1969. While his 2nd term happened during 1970-1972. Martial Law was considered as one of the good things that Marcos did for the Philippines since it was a world wide phenomenon. But Martial Law also brought Philippines some tragedy. Filipinos experienced no freedom and yet no bread, political violence became ingrained and other authoritarian temptation. Martial Law was also considered as the root of corruption in the Philippines.

I was a little bit surprise knowing that women played important roles on politics and military occupations. Just like what happen to Marcos and Dovie Beams.