History & Culture
Pre-colonial history, Spanish and American eras, regional traditions, languages, and culture.
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Thomas J. H. Trapnell: US General and Philippine War Veteran
Profile of US Lt. Gen. Thomas J. H. Trapnell, a veteran of the Bataan Death March and Korean War who advised against US involvement in Vietn...
Douglas MacArthur: Military Career and Philippine Service
Overview of Douglas MacArthur's military career, his role in the Philippines, and his command in World War II and the Korean War.
101st Field Artillery Regiment (PA): Reserve Unit and Infantry Combat in Mindanao
History of the 101st Field Artillery Regiment, a Philippine Army reserve unit that fought as infantry during the 1942 Japanese invasion of M...
Philippine National Guard: 1917 Militia and World War I Service
The Philippine National Guard was a 1917 militia under US General John Pershing, disbanded in 1921.
Pact of Biak-na-Bato: Terms, Exile and Unfulfilled Indemnities
The 1897 Pact of Biak-na-Bato ended the Philippine Revolution temporarily, granting Aguinaldo exile in Hong Kong and indemnities.
United Opposition (Philippines)
The United Opposition was a defunct political party in the Philippines formed in 2005 to challenge President Arroyo.
Karabaw Festival
The Karabaw Festival is an annual cultural celebration in the Philippines, honoring the water buffalo as a symbol of local heritage.
Holiday economics: Policy history and implementation in the Philippines
Overview of Philippine holiday economics policy, its 2007 inception, 2011 suspension, and 2022 restoration to boost tourism.
Sultan Saidi of Tidore: Reign, Spanish Alliance and Regional Power Struggles
Sultan Saidi ruled Tidore from 1640 to 1657, navigating complex alliances with Spain and the Dutch VOC.
Wenxian Tongkao: Comprehensive Examination of Literature
Overview of the Wenxian Tongkao, a Yuan dynasty encyclopedia compiled by Ma Duanlin in 1317.
Abu al-Mafakhir of Banten: First Sultan of Java and VOC Conflict
Abu al-Mafakhir was the first ruler of Java to take the title of Sultan in 1638, leading Banten against the Dutch East India Company.
2027 SEA Plus Youth Games: Inaugural Edition in the Philippines
The 2027 SEA Plus Youth Games will be the inaugural multi-sport event for athletes 16 and under, hosted in Manila, Tagaytay, and Clark.
Battle of Luzon: 1945 Campaign and Strategic Aftermath
Overview of the 1945 Battle of Luzon, detailing Allied forces, Japanese resistance, and the strategic recapture of the Philippine island.
Maritime Silk Road: History, Trade Networks and Archaeology
Ancient maritime trade route connecting Asia, Africa and Europe, dominated by Austronesian sailors.
900 in the Philippines: Historical Context and Events
Overview of the year 900 in the Philippines, covering historical events and context.
Quezon City Gerflor Defenders: History and Legacy in the Premier Volleyball League
The Quezon City Gerflor Defenders were a women's volleyball team in the Philippines that competed in the Premier Volleyball League from 2023...
Cobangbang Ancestral House: Heritage Architecture in Santa Ana, Manila
Heritage house in Manila built in 1930 by Aurelio Cobangbang, featuring preserved architecture in Santa Ana.
Keumalahayati: Aceh Sultanate Admiral and Historical Legacy
Keumalahayati was an admiral of the Aceh Sultanate navy in the 16th century, known for her role against Portuguese and Dutch forces.
Battle of Wawa Dam: 1945 Conflict for Manila's Water Supply
The 1945 Battle of Wawa Dam was a critical WWII engagement in the Philippines to secure Manila's water sources against Japanese forces.
Timeline of the Philippine Revolution: From Cavite Mutiny to Biak-na-Bato
Chronological overview of the Philippine Revolution, covering the Cavite Mutiny, Katipunan formation, and key battles from 1872 to 1897.