Martial Law and Edsa Revolution PDF

Martial Law 1972 - 1986  At 7:17 pm on September 23,1972. Presidential Proclamation No. 1081, which was dated September 21, 1972. EVENTS THAT LED THE DECLARATION OF MARTIAL LAW 1. Emergence of Leftist Groups -Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) -New People’s Army (NPA) -Moro...

Martial Law 1972 - 1986  At 7:17 pm on September 23,1972. Presidential Proclamation No. 1081, which was dated September 21, 1972. EVENTS THAT LED THE DECLARATION OF MARTIAL LAW 1. Emergence of Leftist Groups -Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) -New People’s Army (NPA) -Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF 2. Worsening of Peace and Order Problems 3. The Plaza Miranda Bombing -The Liberal Party held a Miting de Avance to announce the candidates for the senatorial election 4. The Suspension of Writ of Habeas Corpus - President Marcos declared Proclamation No. 889 which suspended the privilege of writ of habeas corpus (the right of the citizen to trait fairly in the court upon arrest).  General Laws and Policies Implemented under Martial Law 1. Implementation of curfew hours, from 12AM to 4AM in the morning. 2. Ban on rallies, demonstrations, and strikes. 3. Government control over newspaper and radio and television stations to screen news. 4. Suspension of overseas work of Filipinos, except mission set by the Government. 5. Death sentence for anyone caught carrying firearms without permission. Effects of Martial Law in the Philippines Positive Effects 1. Eradicate Criminality 2. Improve Peace 3. Eliminate any signs of terrorism 4. Remove corrupt officials 5. Promotes equality and equity Negative Effects 1. The warrantless arrest 2. The indefinite detention without charges 3. Restriction of some rights 4. Abuse of power 5. Emergency powers and military courts People Power Revolution 1986 Major Personalities in People Power Revolution  Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. - A leading critic of Government of President Ferdinand Marcos. - Aquino was assassinated on August 21, 1983, shot in the head after returning to the country in the Tarmac of MIA later known as his namesake NAIA. - This event is one of the primarily cause of the “People Revolution”.  Corazon “Cory” Aquino - After on her husband’s assasination in 1983, Aquino became active and visible in various demonstrations and protests held against the Marcos regime. - She began to assume the mantle of leadership left by her husband Ninoy and started to become the symbolic figurehead of the anti - Marcos political opposition.  Jaime Cardinal Sin - Sin was best known for helping topple dictator of Ferdinand Marcos after urged Filipinos to troop to the main highway EDSA to protect rebel forces. - His appeal over the Catholic Church run Radio Veritas prompted the bloodless EDSA People Power Revolution.  Ferdinand Marcos - 10th President of the Philippines from 1965 - 1986 and 11th Senate President of the Philippines. - Topped the UP Bar Exam with the average of 98% in the year of 1939. - Build many helpful infrastructure and making the Philippines as it Golden Age.  Imelda Marcos - Wife of Ferdinand Marcos - “The Iron Butterfly of Asia” - 1st Governor of Manila known today as MMDA - Contribute in Bagong Lipunan in Manila - Aesthetically inclined - Known for its wealthy life Declaration of Martial Law  President Marcos declared Martial Law in September 21, 1971 known as Presidential Proclamation No. 1081 Rebel groups and Liftest Group continue emerging Communism is spreading and suspended of writ habeas corpus Lawless violence and lacking of peace and order Causes of People Power Revolution Assassination of Benigno Aquino Jr. in 1983 Fraud during the 1986 Presidential snap election Decades of oppressive and totalitarian rule The Divine Intervention  The Call for Revolution As Filipinos flocked together at EDSA by the call of Cardinal Sin over the Radio Veritas it is also referred as a call of God for the Filipinos to choose to be brave and fight for democracy and freedom for our country.  The Non - violent Revolution A successful and non - violent revolution, no blood shed occurred just the sympathizing Filipinos over EDSA. Rosary and Holy images were faced against the tanks of Marcoses Loyal Forces.  The Coup d’etat’ The call of Cardinal Sin is also the call to arms against Marcos regime forces to end the 20 year regime lead by DND Sec. Juan Ponce Enrile and PC Dir. Gen. Fidel V. Ramos over Camp Aguinaldo.  Goal of the People Power Revolution Removal of Ferdinand Marcos and installation of Corazon Aquino as President.  Aftermath of the Revolution After Ferdinand Marcos died in the disease of lupus, different allegations fired upon their family, but still they are not liable at any doubt according to the law. Imelda Marcos survived the trial of century where all allegations were faced by Imelda including corruption, fraud in the election, and human right violation.