Pre-Colonial and Spanish Period
Pre-Colonial and Spanish Period
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Originally a settlement during the pre-colonial period, Malolos became part of the Spanish Colonial Administration in the 16th century.
It was known as a fishing and agricultural community, with its residents later converting to Christianity under Spanish rule.
The Philippine Revolution (1896-1898)
Malolos played a crucial role in the Philippine Revolution against Spain.
In 1898, after the defeat of Spanish forces in the Philippines, the Malolos Congress was convened in the town, which led to the drafting of the Malolos Constitution, establishing the First Philippine Republic.
First Philippine Republic (1899)
Malolos was declared the capital of the First Philippine Republic, with Emilio Aguinaldo as the president.
The Malolos government formally took power in 1899, marking a historic moment in the country’s quest for independence.
Philippine-American War (1899-1902)
The city was also significant during the early stages of the Philippine-American War.
Although the Republic was short-lived due to the eventual defeat of Filipino forces by the Americans, the Malolos government symbolized the Filipinos' determination for self-rule.
American Colonial Period and Beyond
After the war, Malolos became part of the American colonial system and later the independent Philippines.
It underwent various political and economic changes as part of Bulacan province, evolving from a town into a city in 2001.
Today, Malolos is a thriving city, combining its historical significance with modern development, while remaining an important cultural and educational hub in Bulacan.
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