The close of the 19th century marked a dramatic turning point in Philippine history. Three centuries of Spanish colonial rule were drawing to a violent end, only to be immediately followed by the arrival of a new colonial power: the United States of America. The American Period in the Philippines, spanning from 1898 to 1946,…
Have you ever wondered about those Filipinos who walked the tightrope during the American Colonial Period? Those who found themselves caught between a fading Spanish regime and the rise of a new American power? Their stories are complex, nuanced, and often shrouded in controversy. One such figure is Santiago Alvarez, a general in the Philippine…
Have you ever wondered about the figures standing just outside the spotlight of Philippine history? Those who played crucial roles, yet whose stories often remain untold? One such figure is Paciano Rizal, older brother to the national hero, Jose Rizal. Paciano wasn’t just a bystander. He was a revolutionary deeply involved in his brother’s reformist…
Who among us hasn’t faced a tough choice? Imagine the weight of your whole country’s future resting on your shoulders. Do you stick with your own, even if it means chaos, or trust a powerful outsider with a murky agenda? This is the dilemma that faced Filipinos like Ambrosio Flores during the tumultuous American Colonial…
Have you ever wondered about the unsung heroes of Philippine history, those who fought bravely but whose names aren’t etched in every textbook? Today, let’s uncover one such figure: General Francisco Makabulos. His story intertwines with both the triumphs and tribulations of the American Colonial Period, offering a glimpse into the Filipino perspective during a…
World War II brought turmoil and conflict globally. The Philippines especially felt this during the Japanese occupation. A debated topic is the existence of Japanese 5th columnists in the Philippines. We question if they truly existed and the impact they had during and after the war. This article aims to uncover the truth about Japanese…