#Philippine History
Articles tagged with «Philippine History».
Barangay: Administrative structure and history of the Philippine village
Overview of the barangay, the smallest administrative division in the Philippines, its history, governance, and elections.
Archaeology of the Philippines: History, Sites and Discoveries
Comprehensive overview of Philippine archaeology, from H. Otley Beyer's early surveys to major discoveries like Callao Man and the Laguna Co...
Spanish influence on Filipino culture
Overview of Spanish colonial impact on Philippine language, religion, surnames, and traditions.
Capital of the Philippines: History, Planning and Proposals
History of the Philippine capital from Manila to Quezon City, Burnham plans, and modern relocation proposals.
Filipino nationalism: History, ideology and political evolution
History of Filipino nationalism from Spanish colonialism to modern political identity and independence movements.
Filipinization: History, Politics and Cultural Assimilation in the Philippines
An analysis of Filipinization as a nationalist process of cultural assimilation and political inclusion in Philippine history.
Filipino naming customs: History, structure and cultural practices
Overview of Filipino naming customs, including Spanish, indigenous, Chinese, and Moro influences, nicknames, and historical evolution.
Precolonial barangay: Sociopolitical structure and history
The precolonial barangay was the dominant sociopolitical unit in early Philippines, ranging from small villages to large cosmopolitan politi...
House of Salalila: History and Legacy of the Kingdom of Lusong
The House of Salalila was the ruling dynasty of the Kingdom of Lusong from 1500 to 1571, descending from Rajah Salalila and intermarrying wi...
Cuartel de Santo Domingo: Heritage, History and Detention Controversy
Cuartel de Santo Domingo is a Spanish-era fort in Laguna, now a high-profile detention center for the Philippine National Police.
Filipinology: The Academic Study of the Philippines and Its People
An overview of Filipinology, the interdisciplinary academic field dedicated to the study of Philippine history, culture, society, and politi...
Fort Wint: Harbor Defenses of Subic Bay and Grande Island History
History of Fort Wint, a US Army coastal defense fort on Grande Island, Subic Bay, and its role in WWII and post-war operations.
Fort San Pedro: History, Architecture and Restoration in Cebu City
Historic triangular bastion fort in Cebu City, built by Spanish colonizers and restored as a heritage park.
Municipalities of the Philippines: Administrative Structure and Legal Classification
Overview of Philippine municipalities, their history from Spanish rule, legal framework under RA 7160, and income classification.
Carinderia: History, Cuisine and Cultural Role in the Philippines
Explore the history, cuisine and cultural significance of the carinderia, a staple Filipino eatery influenced by British Sepoys.
Mount Manunggal: Geography, History and the Magsaysay Memorial
Mount Manunggal in Cebu is the site of the 1957 crash that killed President Ramon Magsaysay.
University of the Philippines: History, Academics and National Role
The University of the Philippines is the national university of the Philippines, established in 1908. This article covers its history, multi...
José Rizal: Life, Works and Legacy of the Filipino Nationalist
Biography of José Rizal, Filipino nationalist, writer and polymath (1861–1896), author of Noli Me Tángere and El Filibusterismo.
Misamis Oriental: Provincial Profile, History and Demographics
Profile of Misamis Oriental province in Northern Mindanao, covering its history, geography, demographics and economy.
Cordillera Central: Geography, History and Ecology of Luzon's Mountain Range
The Cordillera Central is the highest mountain range in the Philippines, spanning 320 km in Luzon. It features Mount Pulag, diverse indigeno...