Father Blanco: The First To Study Native Philippine Flora
There were about 1,000 plant kinds in the Philippines. Father Manuel Blanco, a Spanish botanist, recorded them all in “Flora de Filipinas.” He started this work...
The Balanguingui Expedition
In 1848, the Spanish colonial government in the Philippines planned a special military operation. This was the Balanguingui Expedition. Its goal was to take over the...
Colonial Philippines Myths Believed as Facts
The Philippines is a mix of over 150 cultural, ethnic, and linguistic groups. Spanish colonization tried to bring these different stories under one rule for nearly...
Gwardiya Sibil Standard Weapon in the Philippines: Spanish Colonial Period
During the Spanish Colonial Period in the Philippines, the Gwardiya Sibil was essential for keeping peace. They used a particular weapon as their standard. This weapon...
How or Why Smallpox Spared the Philippine Population When the Spanish came
Despite smallpox’s global impact, the Philippines avoided major outbreaks during Spanish colonization. This begs the question: why did the Philippines escape when other places didn’t? It’s...
Friar’s Response to Gregory XIV’s Slave Decree
Did the Catholic Church change its view on slavery over time? How did the friars in the Philippines react to Pope Gregory XIV’s slavery order? We’ll...
Challenging or Impossible Areas in the Philippines to Invade
Have you ever wondered why some parts of the Philippines seem impossible to conquer? What secrets do these areas hold that make invasions fail? The Philippines...
Cats in Pre-Colonial/Colonial Philippines as Pets
The fabric of Filipino culture is rich with various influences. But, how deeply do pre-colonial Philippines cats weave into this tapestry? Historical records hint that, along...
Exploring the Anti-Clericalism of the Philippine Revolution
The push for a secular Filipino identity during the Philippine Revolution stood against the Catholic Church’s long rule. Revolutionaries across the islands fought the Church’s far-reaching...
2nd Sangley Rebellion (1639)
While much of history focuses on grand battles and widely known revolutions, some of the most impactful events have occurred quietly, away from the limelight. Among...
