Aquino-Module 1 Exam

Michael Johannes Aquino
The Dilemma and Significance of Primary Sources
The study of the human past, as defined by written records left behind by humans, is known as
history. History can teach us about how societies, institutions, ideologies, governments, cultures, and
technologies have evolved, functioned, and changed. Developing historical knowledge entails gaining a
better understanding of all of life's components. As a result, primary sources are crucial in researching our
history since they are the raw materials of historical study, the documents or items that are closest to the
subject of investigation. Primary sources are generally defined as firsthand evidence provided by
eyewitnesses or participants in past events. They are characterized not by their format, but rather by the
information they contain and its relevance to a study issue. Hence, books, diaries, notes, notebooks,
photographs, and other firsthand memoirs are included. The examination and evaluation of these texts
are part of the process of evaluating our past. These are now unfinished bits of history, each expressing a
mystery that can only be explored further by unearthing fresh bits of shreds of evidence. Primary sources
also help us to connect to historical events on a more personal level, encouraging a broader understanding
of history as a collection of human occurrences.
As I look through the 9 Primary Sources, the succeeding is my thoughts as regards the dilemma
and significance of primary sources. First, the Customs of the Tagalogs also known as Relacion de las
Costumbres de Los Tagalog is one of the most useful sources because it taught Filipinos about how
economic changes affected social structures. However, given the author's multitude of assumptions and,
to a large part, incorrect views and pretensions, the material was not produced for local usage, but
Western readers. The customs of the Tagalogs, like any other colonial text written during the Spanish
colonial period, were purposefully written to comprise an exotic description of the Tagalog natives, clearly
fed by politics and propaganda and run through the eyes of the Western outsider, which hypothetically
would appeal to them. Second, the Raiders of the Sulu Sea covers indigenous people from the south who
are prime at waters and idealistic about how they lived and sustained their culture from the colonized
world, as we saw in the film that shows the war between the raiders and the Spaniards on Zamboanga,
where the Spanish built a Fort Pilar that serves as their land protection for their military presence in the
south. We used to be able to go from island to island in a variety of countries, trading goods, slaves, and
commodities. The implication of it reminded me of how the raiders were referred to as pirates, even
though the entire film is about slave raiding, and how the battle between the Raiders of Sulu and the
colonizers is not just about slavery, but also about religion. Third, The Kartilya ng Katipunan manuscript is
one of the few surviving texts from the historical period. It allows us to see into the ideologies of the
Katipunan and its members today. This aids us in gaining a better understanding of their objective. It also
encouraged individuals to join the movement and instill a spirit of nationalism in whatever aspect it may
occur. This culminates with the Philippines' independence. It establishes the foundation for Filipino
thinking in general. Many of the Kartilya themes may be applied to our daily lives as well as the current
state of the country.
Likewise, Mga Gunita ng Himagsikan, on the other hand, is also considered a primary source. The
grand tale of Philippine history is significant because it offers historical data about our past, such as
information on Filipino forefathers, in addition to Emilio Aguinaldo's memoirs. Although, the historical
significance of Aguinaldo, on the other hand, is widely disputed. One idea is that because he had lived so
long and had a political interest, his earlier actions were also used against him. Much of what we know
about Aguinaldo is based on his role during the Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War.
He was politically active under the American occupation, even running for the Philippine Commonwealth
Presidency. He was also a powerful sponsor of the Philippine Revolution Veterans, from whom he received
a lot of his political support. After his defeat to Quezon, he looked to have dropped out of politics. He
would then reappear after the Japanese occupation when the Japanese drew him back for propaganda
purposes. On the other hand, The Act of the Declaration of Philippine Independence is the next item on
the list. The declaration of independence was a watershed moment in Philippine history. For hundreds of
years, the country has been colonized by several nations. This day is not only a national holiday but also a
day on which Filipinos commemorate the courage and sacrifices of our country's troops and heroes. These
great efforts are worthy of our admiration, just as the endowment of sovereignty is. Many Filipinos
sacrificed their skills and abilities to achieve freedom, sometimes putting their lives in danger. The rich
customs and culture of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao demonstrate that the Filipino character is not simply
brave and enthusiastic. Filipinos are competent and knowledgeable in a wide range of fields. The works of
Luna and Amorsolo are also noteworthy. Juan Luna's finest work is the historical Spoliarium. It's an
enthralling artwork in which the societal situation in the Philippines is brilliantly shown. Meanwhile,
Amorsolo developed his artworks to demonstrate the genuine value of Filipinos. Additionally, raise
awareness of the Philippines' true beauty. These artworks each have their significance and goal, and they
share a strong bond with Filipinos.
While often deceptively simple in its creative execution, the Philippine Cartoons: Political
Caricature of the American Era 1900-1941 exposes nuanced sentiments of specific individuals via the use
of rich visual and linguistic symbolism. They are bookmarks that depict important historical and cultural
elements. While the Filipino Grievances Against Governor-General Leonard Wood are equally important.
Any Governor-General appointed to the Philippines after Harrison would have had a particularly difficult
time dealing with the Filipino leaders. Wood, on the other hand, was certain that the Filipinos had taken
a giant step backward under the Harrison administration. He possessed all of the appropriate government
prescriptions for the Philippines' honesty and stability, but his technique was not the most effective. He
was imperial and antagonistic, with little regard for the Filipinos' delicate sentiments, for whom self-
esteem, personal dignity, and the absurd cult of "face" were paramount. Last of all is Corazon C. Aquino’s
Speech before the United States Congress, which was passionate, personal, and effective. Someone called
it "the finest speech you've ever heard." Others may say that the moment's passion saved the day. It will
be remembered as one of the great speeches delivered by a former President in our country's history.
These primary sources also help us to connect with historical events on a more personal level,
encouraging a more expansive perspective of history as a collection of human experiences. Overall, these
sources present us to different parts of Philippine history via the eyes of witnesses. By gaining knowledge
from people who were present at the time of the case, one may appreciate and grasp our rich history.

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