Philippines Fall 2011

About The Philippines:

The Philippines are islands consisting of many different types of natural bodies of water such as rivers, bays, lakes, lakes falls, gulfs, and

swamps. Since this country's made up of islands, if connected together the coastline would measure around 17.5 thousand kilometers. The

Philippines are also known for their great natural resources such as it's rich mineral deposits.

Key Events: In MARCH 17, 1521 Ferdinand Magellan, a Portuguese navigator accidentally landed in the island of Samar.

- Time line:

1542 - Spanish expedition claims the islands and names them the Philippines after the heir to the Spanish throne.

1890s - Beginnings of insurrection against Spanish rule.

1898 - During the Spanish-American War, the US navy destroys the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay. Spain cedes the Philippines to the US under the Treaty of Paris in December. The US proclaims military rule.

1899 - Insurgent activity against US forces begins.

1901 - Leader of insurgents, Emilio Aguinaldo, is captured.

1902 - US civil government replaces military rule.

1907 - A Philippine assembly is inaugurated.

1935 - A plebiscite approves the establishment of the Commonwealth of the Philippines. Manuel Quezon is the first president. The Philippines is promised full independence within 10 years