From Spanish Colonialism to the Malolos Republic and Resistance to the U.S. Control, then the Commonwealth of the Philippines and WWII, and final Independence. On June 12th, 2020, the Philippines celebrated the 122nd anniversary of their declaration of independence from Spain in 1898. However, like most holidays, the history behind this date is a good deal more complicated than a declaration and a day on a calendar.

Books

Philippines' Resistance: The Last Allied Stronghold in the Pacific

Pinay Guerrilleras: The Unsung Heroics of Filipina Resistance Fighters During the Pacific War

References

1. DLSU - Manila. "Philippine History." n.d. Pinas. Web Page. 18 June 2018.

2. Encyclopedia Britannica. "Philippines." 2015 June 2018. Encyclopedia Britannica. Web Page. 18 June 2018.

3. Gov.PH. "About the Philippines." n.d. Republic of the Philippines National Government Portal. Web Page. 18 June 2018.

4. History.com Staff. "This Day in History: Philippine independence declared." 12 June 2018. History.com. Web Page. 18 June 2018.