Perspectives on history: military dietetics in the Philippines during World War IIExamines the experiences of three dietitians during World War II in the Philippines--their pre-war status and their changing environments as the Japanese invaded the Philippines in overwhelming numbers. Early training and...
For Filipinos, jeepneys are not only a means of transportation, but also a cultural symbol of the Philippines. After the end of World War II, the US army left a lot of military jeeps. When the Philippines had just experienced...
600 islands, of which about 900 of those are inhabited, making it the world’s second-largest archipelago. The Philippines has a population of just over 109 million. The Philippines has a rich cultural heritage that has been influenced by its history of colonization and commerce with surrounding...
Coron is justifiably famous for its World War 2 wrecks, over 10 Japanese boats lie in waters shallow enough for recreational divers to explore them - all set in a backdrop of astonishingly beautiful scenery. We could go on as there are just so many different places to go diving in the ...
World War II, 1941-45 INDEPENDENCE AND CONSTITUTIONAL GOVERNMENT, 1945-72 Economic Relations with the United States after Independence Security Agreements The Huk Rebellion The Magsaysay, Garcia, and Macapagal Administrations, 1953- 65 Marcos and the Road to Martial Law, 1965-72 Proclamation...
The Day of Valor, known in the Philippines as Araw ng Kagitingan, marks a significant event in Filipino and world history. It commemorates the fall of Bataan during World War II on April 9, 1942, after a prolonged and fierce battle between Filipino and American soldier...
The Philippines is an archipelago, or string of over 7,100 islands, in southeastern Asia between the South China Sea and the Pacific Ocean.
History Buffs: While the Philippines has fewer grand historical ruins than Cambodia or Myanmar, its Spanish colonial heritage is well-preserved in places like Intramuros and Vigan. Indigenous traditions, World War II history, and pre-colonial artifacts also add depth to its cultural story. Beach ...
World War 2 Tours The Philippines boasts a rich historical heritage from World War II, offering captivating sites that can be incorporated into guided tours. One notable destination is Corregidor Island, known as "The Rock," which witnessed fierce battles and now stands as a memorial. The Bataan...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Friday that the Trump administration would work with allies to ramp up deterrence against threats across the world, including China’s aggression in the South China Sea. Hegseth, who was visiting the Philippines, blamed the previous Biden administration for ...