Philippine World War II Basic Weapons

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Philippine World War II Basic Weapons (1935-1941 Commonwealth Period) The newly proclaimed Commonwealth Republic of the Philippines, as its first act, created its own army on December 21, 1935. By 1937, 20,000 men were called up to enlist in the Army of the Philippines. The newly-organized Philippine Army had to make do with old US … Read more

1898-1901 American Rifles

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1898-1901 American Rifles Following the American Civil War (1861-1865), the US expanded across North America at the expense of Mexico and many Native American nations. North American expansionism would soon extend overseas. The Spanish-American War and US back revolution (and eventually annexation) in the Hawaiian Kingdom, paved the way for US expansion into the Pacific. … Read more

1870-1898 Spanish Period Rifles

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1870-1898 Spanish Period Rifles Rifled barrels increased the accuracy of guns, which meant soldiers could accurately shoot up to 500-600 yards (more or less 500 meters). Massed infantry formations gave way to firing lines with less concentration of men. In the Philippines, during the late Spanish period, Spanish forces were equipped mainly with these weapons. … Read more

Philippines 1700s Flintlock Muskets

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Philippines 1700s Flintlock Muskets Firearms continued to develop during the 1700s, an age defined by the global clash between Spain, France, and Great Britain, as well as revolutions. One such innovation was the use of flint to create the spark to ignite the powder in the pan, removing the match. Thus emerged the flintlock weapons, … Read more

Philippines 1600s Pike and Shot Weapons

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Philippines 1600s Pike and Shot Weapons Pike and Shot tactics defined the battlefield tactics of the late 1500s and early half of the 1600s. This tactic combined pikemen with units carrying firearms. Since smoothbore firearms were inaccurate at long distances, massed infantry with guns firing at the same time increased the chance of hitting targets. … Read more