The Philippines Today, Yesterday, and Tomorrow
The photo “Vista del Muelle y Ria de Ilo-ilo” by Felix Laureano captures the scenic view of the pier and river of Iloilo. It offers a glimpse into the bustling maritime activity and picturesque landscape of the area during Laureano’s time probably taken during the time when he opened his photo studio along Calle Iznart … Read more
Felix Laureano’s photo “Calenderia” captures a poignant slice of Filipino history. Calenderia is a store or booth thats sells food, drinks and all necessities of life. It is a makeshift pavilion or kiosk made of bamboo with roofing and walls of nipa. Calenderia is adjacent to a beautifully constructed house of bamboo and nipa and … Read more
Felix Laureano’s “Vista de la Iglesia de San Agustin – Manila” is a captivating snapshot of San Agustin Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered as the oldest church in the Philippines. The photo likely dates back to the late 19th or early 20th century. San Agustin Church holds immense historical significance, not only … Read more
Portrait of Vicente Lim Mabuhay ang Beteranong Pilipino Today, we will be sharing a portrait of General Vicente Lim. Born in Calamba, Laguna, he graduated from the United States Military Academy in West Point in 1914. He then became part of the United States Army and taught various military courses until he joined the Philippine … Read more
Portrait of Magdalena Leones We continue our Portrait Drop to celebrate Women’s Role in History Month by featuring paintings of women who contributed to our long struggle for independence and nationhood. Today, we will be sharing a portrait of Magdalena Leones. Born in Lubuagan, Kalinga, Magdalena was training to be a deaconess of the United … Read more