Philippines History: Marcos Regime (1965-1986)
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What was a significant characteristic of Marcos's regime in the Philippines?

  • Suppressing opposition and ruling by decree (correct)
  • Promoting human rights and democracy
  • Implementing economic reforms and reducing debt
  • Fostering a culture of transparency and accountability

    • What event during the Japanese Occupation led to many deaths and suffering among prisoners of war?

  • Guerrilla Warfare
  • Battle of Manila
  • Bataan Death March (correct)
  • Liberation of Manila

    • What was a significant consequence of the American colonial period in the Philippines?

  • English became the primary language (correct)
  • The economy was heavily reliant on agriculture
  • Filipinos became fluent in Spanish
  • The Philippines became a US state

    • What was the primary social unit in pre-colonial Philippine society?

    <p>Barangay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant economic system implemented during the Spanish colonization of the Philippines?

    <p>Encomienda system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major motivation for the Filipino revolution against Spanish rule?

    <p>Growing nationalism and resistance against Spanish rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant event during the Marcos regime that marked a turning point in his rule?

    <p>Declaration of martial law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main impact of the Japanese Occupation on the Philippine economy?

    <p>Economic stagnation and debt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant aspect of pre-colonial Philippine society?

    <p>Diverse and rich indigenous cultures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main result of the American colonial period in the Philippines?

    <p>The country gained independence in 1946</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Marcos Regime (1965-1986)

    • Ferdinand Marcos, a charismatic politician, became President of the Philippines in 1965
    • Initially, Marcos implemented reforms and modernization projects, earning him popularity
    • However, he soon became authoritarian, declaring martial law in 1972, and ruling by decree
    • Human rights abuses, corruption, and nepotism marred his regime
    • Marcos's regime was marked by:
      • Economic stagnation and debt
      • Suppression of opposition and media
      • Cronyism and favoritism
      • Extravagant spending and lavish lifestyle

    Japanese Occupation (1942-1945)

    • Japan invaded the Philippines in 1942, during World War II
    • The country was occupied for three years, until the Allies liberated it in 1945
    • Key events during the occupation:
      • Battle of Bataan (1942): Filipino and American forces fought against the Japanese
      • Bataan Death March (1942): Thousands of prisoners of war were forced to march, resulting in many deaths
      • Guerrilla warfare: Filipino resistance fighters fought against the Japanese
      • Liberation of Manila (1945): Allied forces, led by General Douglas MacArthur, freed the city

    American Era (1898-1946)

    • The United States gained control of the Philippines from Spain in 1898, following the Spanish-American War
    • The American colonial period was marked by:
      • Introduction of English as the primary language
      • Establishment of a public education system
      • Development of infrastructure and economy
      • Filipinization of government: gradual transfer of power to Filipinos
      • Granting of independence in 1946, with the signing of the Treaty of Manila

    Pre-Colonial Period (before 1521)

    • The Philippines was composed of various kingdoms, tribes, and principalities
    • Key features of pre-colonial society:
      • Barangays: small, self-governing communities
      • Datu or Rajah: leaders of the barangays
      • Trade and commerce: with neighboring countries and China
      • Islam and Hinduism: influences from neighboring countries
      • Indigenous cultures: diverse and rich in traditions and customs

    Spanish Colonization (1521-1898)

    • Ferdinand Magellan, a Spanish explorer, arrived in the Philippines in 1521
    • Spanish colonization lasted for nearly four centuries, until 1898
    • Key events and features of Spanish colonization:
      • Conversion to Christianity: majority of Filipinos became Catholics
      • Establishment of the Spanish East Indies: the Philippines became a Spanish colony
      • Encomienda system: Spanish colonizers granted land and labor to conquistadors
      • Galleon trade: the Philippines became a key stop in the Manila-Acapulco trade route
      • Filipino revolution: growing nationalism and resistance against Spanish rule

    Marcos Regime (1965-1986)

    • Ferdinand Marcos, a charismatic politician, became President of the Philippines in 1965, initially implementing reforms and modernization projects
    • He declared martial law in 1972 and ruled by decree, becoming authoritarian
    • Marcos's regime was marked by economic stagnation and debt, suppression of opposition and media, cronyism and favoritism, and extravagant spending and lavish lifestyle
    • Human rights abuses, corruption, and nepotism also marred his regime

    Japanese Occupation (1942-1945)

    • Japan invaded the Philippines in 1942, during World War II, and occupied the country for three years
    • The Battle of Bataan (1942) saw Filipino and American forces fight against the Japanese
    • The Bataan Death March (1942) resulted in the deaths of thousands of prisoners of war
    • Guerrilla warfare was waged by Filipino resistance fighters against the Japanese
    • The country was liberated in 1945, with the Liberation of Manila, led by General Douglas MacArthur

    American Era (1898-1946)

    • The United States gained control of the Philippines from Spain in 1898, following the Spanish-American War
    • The American colonial period saw the introduction of English as the primary language
    • A public education system was established, and infrastructure and economy were developed
    • Filipinization of government led to a gradual transfer of power to Filipinos
    • The Treaty of Manila granted the Philippines independence in 1946

    Pre-Colonial Period (before 1521)

    • The Philippines was composed of various kingdoms, tribes, and principalities
    • Barangays were small, self-governing communities, led by datu or rajah
    • Trade and commerce flourished with neighboring countries and China
    • Islam and Hinduism influenced the culture, and indigenous cultures were diverse and rich in traditions and customs

    Spanish Colonization (1521-1898)

    • Ferdinand Magellan arrived in the Philippines in 1521, marking the beginning of Spanish colonization
    • The majority of Filipinos converted to Christianity during this period
    • The Spanish East Indies was established, with the Philippines becoming a Spanish colony
    • The encomienda system granted land and labor to conquistadors
    • The galleon trade made the Philippines a key stop in the Manila-Acapulco trade route
    • A Filipino revolution grew, with increasing nationalism and resistance against Spanish rule

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