A nation’s history is the reflection of its culture, traditions and beliefs. Philippine History is no different. It showcases our native Malayan roots, our proud heritage of noble chiefs and fierce warriors, foreign powers and influences that have shaped our country into what it is today, and our countrymen’s efforts in attaining national independence. Truly, our history mirrors the Filipino spirit of faith, bravery and perseverance. On December 8 1941, the Philippines was invaded by Japan. To most Filipinos during that time, there was no doubt that they viewed the Japanese occupation as the darkest period of their lives (Setsuho & Jose, 1999). In the span of 3 years, the invaders brought trauma and marked cruelty in the daily lives of the people. The shock of the outbreak of war, air raids on cities and resultant deaths of civilians are just of few events that menaced the country. In the course of this time, some places in the Philippines had been particularly well known during war: Bataan, Corregidor, Leyte, Lingayen as …show more content…
And this is a great shame for, because of women, our nation would not be what it is today. Women, before the arrival of the Spanish colonizers, were the religious and cultural leaders of the people. They were also the ones that creatively smuggled into the country pieces of the Philippine flag, knowing full-well that, if they were caught, they would be executed because they believed in what the revolution stood for in fighting for Philippine independence. Women served as nurses to those in need of medical attention in times of war. They were spies that were tasked with gathering information for the success of rebellions. And they served as combatants and commanders during the Guerilla Movement of World War II, whose main purpose was to rid our country of the Japanese
Once captured by the Japanese, they were
Many of us only think of the brave men such as Benjamin Franklin, and James Madison when in reality the woman played just as important roles as men did
By presenting women with the opportunity to use their voice, they were able to advance the development of Colonial and Post-War America. Without the help of women during the American Revolution, soldiers would have lacked prepared food, repaired and washed clothing, medical care, relevant information, and in some cases, additional manpower. After the War, most women could only influence politics by encouraging their male relatives.
Unbeknownst to many Americans, the Bataan Death March was one of the most horrific wartime experiences for American and Filipino soldiers. The Japanese forcibly marched an astounding estimated 75,000 Prisoners of War (POWs) in what became known as the Bataan Death March. (Tokudome) Many prisoners perished along the way or in POW camps because of the horrible conditions. Not to mention, the cold brutality with which the Japanese soldiers killed the POWs. The Bataan Death March is a callous example of the abuse and death that American and Filipino POWs faced at the hands of the Japanese.
The trauma that they endured enabled them to desensitize themselves to the attacks of their fellow Americans and thrive in a community that did not trust them. The Japanese-American people managed the trials and tribulations of America through collective willpower that enabled them to flourish in a hostile
World War II was a very traumatizing time for the soldiers that fought in it. Unfortunately, the War was also a very traumatic experience for the Japanese Americans that were forced into internee camps. Key examples of those who have struggled through awful conditions are Miné Okubo and Louie Zamperini. Miné is a Japanese American artist who was forced to live in squalor conditions surrounded by armed guards. Louie is an American soldier and a previous Olympic athlete that was beaten daily and starved almost to death in prisoner of war camps.
For the next two and a half years, many of these Japanese-American citizens endured poor living conditions are poor treatment by their military guards, along with the rest of the country. A very important reason in proving that President Roosevelt 's
Information on the Revolutionary War typically focuses on the Founding Fathers and their actions that brought about American independence. Few women are ever spoken about, one might hear of Abbigail Adams or Betsy Ross but that is it. Berkin says that while women played no formal role in the revolution, they actively participated and without their help many men
Women played a key role in the abolitionist movement that had worked to bring an end to slavery. Many northern women,began by opposing slavery because they had become politically, informed,organized this contributed to their efforts the abolishment of slavery. At the time of 1868, women weren’t allowed to be employment were restricted, they received unequal pay compared to men, they weren’t allowed to commit fornication or extreme abuse. Where women weren’t protected by the laws, they were unable to vote which sparked a movement of suffrage. KKK member also played a huge factor in the gender roles.
The Raid of Cabanatuan occurred during the U.S. pursuit of Japanese held territory during the Battle of Luzon, Philippines Campaign (1944-1945). The Battle of Luzon was the “largest American campaign in the Pacific War” (Staff, 1966). The Imperial Japanese Army comprised the vast majority of the adversary. Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, Invaded the Philippines, and committed war crimes concerning POWs without a clearly identifiable end state in mind. Japan’s motivation behind their attacks was assumed to be linked to their economy, oil sanctions, and an overall complex of superiority of other nations.
Women participated in the military services, got the education to work in skilled labour so that they did much better than before and received popular recognition step by step because of their own hard work. “You learn a lot from living in with a group of girls; we were all much enriched by the experience. Better people for it. You were not just yourself, you behaved, became party of something much bigger than yourself.” Sheila McClemans in Patsy Adam-Smith Australian Women at war said.
In World War II (WWII) the Allied victory was attributed to many things, one of which was the women who mainly supported soldiers from the home front. In WWII women played a large role in supporting Canada, and if it was not for them Canada would have lost the war. They supported from the home front, they supported at the warfront, and they supported from behind the scenes. Women at the beginning of the war only supported from the home front, mainly in factories to help Canada in the war effort. They built guns, bombs and artillery to help Canada defend itself and other countries.
The Philippines had been fighting for their freedom against the Spanish for many years. Naturally, when America defeated the Spaniards in the war, the Filipinos rejoiced at the thought that they may be able to finally return safely and peacefully back to their home, Manila. Where this information comes from in the text, would be: “These Filipinos believed that
Between 110,000 and 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry was under armed guard and behind barbed wire living on the
Women saw the rebirth of culture, art, literature, philosophy. They experienced that just like men. A lot of noble women were able to rule.