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      Historical Uprisings in the Name of the Old Religion

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Celebrating Pilipino-American Heritage & History Month

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October 1, 2016
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Today is October 1 which marks the first day of Pilipino-American Heritage and History Month here in the states. Since October 18, 1587 when the first Pilipinos known as the Luzones Indios arrived in the shores... Read More...
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Kalayaan: The Road to Our Independence

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It's that time of year again where Pilipino communities in the Philippines and the diaspora come together and celebrate our Independence Day through parades and festivities. Unfortunately I was not able to a... Read More...
Painting of Tamblot. Photo Source: National Commission for Culture and Arts via Flickr
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Historical Uprisings in the Name of the Old Religion

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June 10, 2016
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Throughout our history there have been a plethora of revolts and uprisings by our people in the name of freedom, fighting for our rights, and for our beliefs. While some are often well known and taught in schoo... Read More...
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Today in History: The Katipunero’s Take Refuge at the “Mother of the Katipunan’s” House.

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// Today, marks the anniversary of when the Katipuneros took refuge at Tandang Sora's house on August 24, 1896. Melchora Aquino, also known as Tandang Sora, “Elder Sora” due to her old age at 84 years ol... Read More...
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5 Historical Texts Everyone Should Read On Precolonial Philippines

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August 22, 2015
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Now if you guys have been following me and the blog, you will know that my interest and passion toward our precolonial history and culture is pretty strong. This has become the driving force to why I created t... Read More...
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Who Was Hara Humamay, the Queen of Cebu?

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Known as the Queen of Cebu, this mysterious, leading woman was the wife of Rajah Humabon, the ruler of Cebu during the time of the arrival of Portuguese explorer, Ferdinand Magellan, and his crew in the year o... Read More...
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    Celebrating Pilipino-American Heritage & History Month

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    5 Remarkable Works of Ancient Art From the Philippines

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    As Pilipinos we are a very creative and artistic group of people. Drive around Manila and you will see random walls pain... Read More...

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