Did you know that the Philippine Inquisition lasted for over 200 years? This lesser-known chapter of history reveals how the Catholic Church shaped colonial governance and public belief in the archipelago. Rooted in European religious practices, the inquisitorial system arrived in the Philippines during the Spanish colonial era. The Catholic Church played a pivotal role…
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The State of the Philippines During the Implementation of the Bell Trade Act
The Bell Trade Act was a key piece of legislation that changed the economic ties between the United States and the Philippines. It had a big impact on the Philippine economy1. Passed in 1946, it was tied to $800 million in rebuilding funds from the U.S. Congress1. This act set up a trade framework between…