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What was the total logistical expenditure after the final inventory in the Kamlon campaign?
What was the total logistical expenditure after the final inventory in the Kamlon campaign?
- P175 million
- P150 million
- P185 million (correct)
- P200 million
How many government troops were routed by Kamlon and his followers in the engagement mentioned in August 1955?
How many government troops were routed by Kamlon and his followers in the engagement mentioned in August 1955?
- Platoon of troops (correct)
- 40 troops
- 50 troops
- 30 troops
What is one of the proposed reasons for the Kamlon rebellion?
What is one of the proposed reasons for the Kamlon rebellion?
- Kamlon was unhappy with foreign invasion
- Kamlon sought to expand his territory
- Local leaders were united against him
- Land registration laws caused conflict (correct)
What was the reported casualty figure for government troops during Kamlon's engagement in Sulu?
What was the reported casualty figure for government troops during Kamlon's engagement in Sulu?
What sentence was Kamlon affirmed to by the Supreme Court in 1963?
What sentence was Kamlon affirmed to by the Supreme Court in 1963?
How did the local populace reportedly respond to the government's attempts to capture Kamlon?
How did the local populace reportedly respond to the government's attempts to capture Kamlon?
What was a significant contributing factor to the feud between Kamlon and another Tausug?
What was a significant contributing factor to the feud between Kamlon and another Tausug?
Approximately how many soldiers were involved in the Kamlon campaign according to the 4th Infantry Division's history?
Approximately how many soldiers were involved in the Kamlon campaign according to the 4th Infantry Division's history?
What was the primary reason Hadji Kamlon was considered a significant threat to the Philippine government?
What was the primary reason Hadji Kamlon was considered a significant threat to the Philippine government?
How did many Tausugs perceive Hadji Kamlon despite the government's views?
How did many Tausugs perceive Hadji Kamlon despite the government's views?
What period did Hadji Kamlon's rebellion against the Philippine government take place?
What period did Hadji Kamlon's rebellion against the Philippine government take place?
What type of military support did the government use in the final assault against Kamlon?
What type of military support did the government use in the final assault against Kamlon?
In what environment did Kamlon and his followers primarily operate?
In what environment did Kamlon and his followers primarily operate?
What is one of the primary mandates of MSU as stated in its Charter?
What is one of the primary mandates of MSU as stated in its Charter?
What was the reaction of the government to Kamlon's initial revolt?
What was the reaction of the government to Kamlon's initial revolt?
What impact did Kamlon's uprising have on the government's military resources?
What impact did Kamlon's uprising have on the government's military resources?
Which regions does MSU aim to provide trained manpower skills for?
Which regions does MSU aim to provide trained manpower skills for?
What unique policy does MSU have regarding student dormitories?
What unique policy does MSU have regarding student dormitories?
What was one of the main strategies used by Kamlon and his followers during their rebellion?
What was one of the main strategies used by Kamlon and his followers during their rebellion?
In what year did MSU officially begin operations?
In what year did MSU officially begin operations?
Which of the following best describes MSU's growth since its inception?
Which of the following best describes MSU's growth since its inception?
What was the initial number of freshmen when MSU first operated?
What was the initial number of freshmen when MSU first operated?
What was one of the functions of MSU as termed a 'social laboratory'?
What was one of the functions of MSU as termed a 'social laboratory'?
With which organizations did MSU initially collaborate for faculty support?
With which organizations did MSU initially collaborate for faculty support?
What was the main purpose of the creation of Mindanao State University?
What was the main purpose of the creation of Mindanao State University?
Which agency was the first to be charged with integration tasks for non-Christian Filipinos?
Which agency was the first to be charged with integration tasks for non-Christian Filipinos?
Why did the Commission on National Integration (CNI) struggle to fulfill its mandate?
Why did the Commission on National Integration (CNI) struggle to fulfill its mandate?
What was the year of the establishment of Mindanao State University?
What was the year of the establishment of Mindanao State University?
Who was the main advocate behind the establishment of Mindanao State University?
Who was the main advocate behind the establishment of Mindanao State University?
What was a significant outcome following the dissolution of the Commission on National Integration?
What was a significant outcome following the dissolution of the Commission on National Integration?
How did the 1954 congressional committee envision Mindanao State University?
How did the 1954 congressional committee envision Mindanao State University?
What challenge prompted the creation of Mindanao State University?
What challenge prompted the creation of Mindanao State University?
Why do some scholars argue that the term 'Moro problem' is inappropriate?
Why do some scholars argue that the term 'Moro problem' is inappropriate?
What is a significant concern regarding the use of the term 'integration' according to Salah Jubair?
What is a significant concern regarding the use of the term 'integration' according to Salah Jubair?
What does MSU's mandate of 'unity in diversity' imply?
What does MSU's mandate of 'unity in diversity' imply?
How did History 3 become a mandated course in the MSU system?
How did History 3 become a mandated course in the MSU system?
What is one criticism that Moros have regarding the term 'integration'?
What is one criticism that Moros have regarding the term 'integration'?
What was the main purpose of forming performing groups and cultural guilds on campus?
What was the main purpose of forming performing groups and cultural guilds on campus?
What does Jubair believe might happen as a result of forced integration?
What does Jubair believe might happen as a result of forced integration?
What has been a response from Moro scholars toward the integration approach of MSU?
What has been a response from Moro scholars toward the integration approach of MSU?
Study Notes
Objectives of the Module
- Students should understand the creation of Mindanao State University (MSU) System.
- Explore the integration of "A History of the Filipino Muslims and Lumads of Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan" as a mandated course.
- Recognize the relevance of studying the history of Filipino Muslims and indigenous peoples.
Historical Context of Kamlon
- Hadji Kamlon, a WWII veteran and Tausug hero, led a rebellion against the Philippine government from 1948 to 1955.
- Considered a significant threat to national security, Kamlon was viewed as a folk hero by the Tausug people.
- His rebellion peaked in 1951, inflicting substantial casualties on government forces using limited and outdated weaponry.
- Government response required extensive military engagement, with over 5,000 troops involved and expenditure surpassing P185 million.
Causes of the Kamlon Rebellion
- The precise causes of Kamlon's uprising remain unclear; various perspectives include:
- Local conflict and personal feuds exacerbated by land registration laws.
- Kamlon’s perception of government support for his adversaries.
- Kamlon was sentenced to death in 1963 for multiple crimes, but the execution was never carried out.
- Local support for Kamlon remained strong, as residents often refused to assist government troops in his capture.
Establishment of Mindanao State University (MSU)
- Created on September 1, 1961, through Republic Act No. 1387 as a response to the "Mindanao Problem."
- Initiated by Senator Domocao A. Alonto and aimed at the educational integration of non-Christian Filipinos.
- MSU's core mission involves acting as a "social laboratory" to foster national unity through education.
MSU’s Mandates and Functions
- Performs traditional university roles: instruction, research, and extension services.
- Focuses on providing trained skills for the economic development of the Mindanao, Sulu, and Palawan (MINSUPALA) regions.
- Facilitates integration of diverse cultural groups, particularly Muslims and indigenous peoples.
Integration Initiatives at MSU
- Dormitory policies promote interactions among students from diverse backgrounds, enhancing cultural understanding.
- Cultural groups and performing arts guilds on campus encourage collaboration among Muslim, Christian, and Lumad students.
- The university promotes the principle of "unity in diversity" in its educational approach.
Mandated Course: History 3
- Controversy exists regarding the term "integration," with some Moros fearing it suggests assimilation into the dominant Christian culture.
- Critics, such as Salah Jubair, express concerns that integration implies a hierarchy favoring Christian culture.
- MSU clarifies that its integration efforts aim to respect and preserve the cultures and beliefs of Moros and indigenous peoples.
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This quiz explores the significance of studying the history of Filipino Muslims and other indigenous peoples in Minsupala. Students will examine the creation of the Mindanao State University System and its impact on historical scholarship. Engage with key questions to deepen your understanding of this important cultural history.
