Luzon

According to a Synopsis of Philippine History (n.d.) in the beginning of the third century, the current inhabitants were in contact with Asian merchants, and the Japanese even built a trading post in Luzon territory. However, it was not until 1380 that Muslim Arabs built settlements in the southern region. Later in 1521, the Spanish started to arrive in large numbers and began to colonize the Philippines. The major influence that the Spanish had on the…

Three Rivers, Texas. The story that is told throughout the book is not one that occurred during the life of Felix, but instead the events that unfolded following his death. Felix was an American soldier who was shot and killed by a Japanese sniper in Luzon during World War II. The book highlights the details that followed his death and his body’s return to the United States. His widow Beatrice Longoria was faced with the difficult task of burying his body. Beatrice initial wanted to give her…

dictator. In the campaign period of Pres. Duterte, he had mentioned, while visiting Ilocos, that he would be allowing the burial of Former Pres. Marcos in the "Libingan ng mga Bayani" (Ranada, 2016). Thus, numerous mobilizations are conducted from Luzon to Mindanao, in order to stop the Marcos burial (Rappler.com, 2016). Albeit these mobilizations of the masses, the burial still took place. This mirrors that even with the aversion of the masses, if the people who are in control of power wishes…

In the Philippines, finding food in most areas has never been a true issue due to the diverse geography of the area and large waters. There are three seasons in the Philippines: a rainy monsoon season, which is followed by moderate temperatures, and finally a season of dry conditions. The rainy monsoon season begins in May or June and ends in October. Although this monsoon season can be damaging, it is necessary in order to grow crops such as rice. Next, the moderate temperatures last until late…

78,000 American and Filipino troops surrendered to a Japanese invasion of Philippines main island of Luzon. American prisoners were force-marched towards a POW camp. The soldiers were beaten, tortured, executed and deprived of food and water. Thousands perished on the brutal march and many more were killed in the camps. Americans were rightfully furious…

ETHNICITY AND IDENTITY OF FILIPINO SEAFARERS Members Dela Torre, Roger Kenneth Tanjuaquio, John Patrick Posmasdero, John Louie Bales, Joshua Louie Materiales, Paulo Submitted to: Prof. Gerson Tuazon SS021-A45 Introduction: The Filipino Seafarer Labor Force The Philippines is the one who supplies more than one-fourth of competitive and globalized labor for seafarers. The employment contract combines the rules and regulation of the Philippine Overseas…

In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s America seemed to find itself in the center of conflict often. America had just recently gotten out of a Civil War and was experiencing many problems. At this time there were a lot of different beliefs in the country on how it should be run and what to do with the growing country. Many of the issues in the country surrounded war and how and when America should enter wars. War should be considered a viable option when another country or foreign force attacks…

Tessa Brei Band-Armed Forces Salute 5th hour Due: November 3rd The Armed Forces Salute The Armed Forces Salute also known as the U.S medley that consists of 5 songs for each branch of the military. This would be the U.S Coast Guard, U.S Air Force, U.S Navy, U.S Marine Corps, and the U.S Army. Each one of these branches are extremely important for defending our country's freedom. And each one of these branches has their special and unique song. The Coasts Guards song is “Semper…

Economic development is the progress of a country based on its social, political, and economic growth. It focuses more on improving the standards of living of the society by developing the health, education, employment, and economic policies of the country. The Philippines is still improving its economic development. A survey done by the Social Weather Stations (SWS) shows that during the last quarter of 2014 the Philippines unemployment rate reached 27% which is equivalent to 12.4 million…

I. OUTLINE. I. Gadgets are modern technology that affects the kids today. II. A. Affects kids’ studies A.1. Gadgets are more appreciated than books. A.2. Kids find gadgets are more enjoyable than books. A.3. Children are more focused on gadgets rather than books B. Affects kids’ health B.1. Gadgets contain radiation B.2. Gadgets can cause mental illness. B.3. some games are not suitable for children’s young mind. C. Affects kids’ social life C.1. Children’s time were…