Malay, Chinese, Spanish, American, Japanese While in my bones sleep quietly as a bride Vanquished desires of conquerors who dreamt of empires, Gold, trade and spice. Though a paly... Malay, Chinese, Spanish, American, Japanese While in my bones sleep quietly as a bride Vanquished desires of conquerors who dreamt of empires, Gold, trade and spice. Though a paly breed I stand with the ancients for my love and loyalty Are as fish to the sea. I am proud of my brownness, My duty and destiny are thirty-million brown men Planting rice, husking coconut, throwing nets far into the Pacific Hacking mountains of iron, coal, chrome, manganese and timber To live. We are one and the same. A moving, restless caravan Of dark brown skins building a holy heritage of democracy Piece by piece with our dreams, sweat and death As a bird builds patiently twig by twig The warm, brown circle of its nest. Read more

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The question seems to be referencing a poem that explores themes of identity, heritage, and cultural pride. It may be asking for an analysis or interpretation of the text's meaning.

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The poem reflects the rich and diverse cultural history of the Philippines and expresses pride in its national identity.

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• I Am Proud to be A Filipino - Brainly - brainly.ph
• I Am Proud To Be A Filipino - Course Hero - coursehero.com
• I Am Proud to be A Filipino - Studocu - studocu.com