PHILIPPINES
The Philippines is the third largest English speaking
country in the world. It has a rich history combining Asian, European and
American influences. Prior to Spanish colonization in 1521, the Filipinos had a
rich culture and were trading with the Chinese and the Japanese.
Spain’s
colonization brought about the construction of Intramuros in 1571, a “Walled
City” comprised of European buildings and churches, replicated in different
parts of the archipelago.In 1898, after 350 years and 300 rebellions, the Filipinos,
with leaders like JoseRizal and Emilion Aguinaldo, succeeded in winning their
independence.
In 1898, the Philippines became the first and only colony of
the United States. Following the Philippine-American War, the Unites States
brought widespread education to the islands. Filipinos fought alongside
Americans during World War II, particularly at the famous battle of Bataan and
Corregidor which delayed Japanese advance and saved Australia.
They then waged
a guerilla war against the Japanese from 1941 to 1945. The Philippines regained
its independence in 1946.
Filipinos are a freedom living people. Throughout the
islands, there are fiestas celebrated every day and foreign guests are always
welcome to their homes.
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