Philippine Revolution - Early Filipino Revolts (1565-1892)

Philippine Revolts

A series of uprisings by Filipinos against Spanish rule from 1565 to 1898.

Ilustrados

Educated Filipinos who sought reforms and better treatment from Spanish authorities.

Personal Motives

Reasons for revolts driven by individual grievances, often from local leaders.

Lakandula and Soliman Revolt

A revolt in 1574 caused by the seizure of land and abuses by encomenderos.

Bankaw

Datu of Limasawa who led a revolt in Carigara, Leyte.

Francisco Dagohoy

Leader of the longest revolt in Philippine history spanning 85 years.

Magtangaga Revolt

A rebellion led by Francisco Rivera in October 1718 claiming to be a king.

Ermano Apolinario de la Cruz

Leader of a revolt divided into phases with roots in religious leadership.

Resistance to Spanish Institutions

Rebellions against imposed Spanish economic and religious systems.

National Leader

A significant figure necessary for unifying and executing a successful revolt.

Lukewarm Nationalism

A weak commitment to national identity and independence among Filipinos.

Nationalism

Love for one's country and a shared identity among its people.

Spanish Revolution (1868)

An event that inspired liberal ideas influencing Philippine nationalism.

Suez Canal (1869)

Facilitated trade and communication, contributing to the rise of nationalism.

Martyrdom of Gomez, Burgos, Zamora

Their execution galvanized Filipinos towards reform and nationalism.

Secularization Issue

Debate between Spanish regular priests and locally trained secular priests.

Cavite Mutiny

A rebellion at the Cavite Arsenal protesting the withdrawal of privileges.

Propaganda Movement

A campaign led by Filipinos for reforms through writings and peaceful means.

Father Mariano Gomez

One of the three priests executed in 1872, instrumental in the rise of nationalism.

Filipinization

The process of replacing Spanish friars with Filipino priests in parishes.

Equal Rights

A primary reform desired by the Propaganda Movement for fairness under the law.

Spanish Cortes

The legislative assembly of Spain, sought to be represented by Filipinos.

Freedom of Speech

One of the human rights advocated for by the Propaganda Movement.

Propaganda Goals

To promote welfare and happiness of the Philippines while seeking reforms.

Confradia de San Jose

A religious group founded by Apolinario de la Cruz that led to a revolt.

Agustin de Legazpi

Leader of a conspiracy of maharlikas against Spanish rule.

Mutilation of Dominicans

A revolt led by Isnegs due to religious grievances against colonial authorities.

Nativist Revolt

Rebellions driven by native beliefs opposing Spanish religious imposition.

Religious Overtones

Revolts that mixed nationalism with religious identity and leadership.

Juan de Alcarazo

Alcalde mayor of Cebu who crushed the revolt led by Tamblot.

Magic and Religion

Methods employed by Tamblot to rally support against Spanish colonialism.

Social Criticism

Commentary by the new middle class on the inequalities faced by Filipinos.

Influence of Liberal Ideas

New thoughts from abroad that fostered a sense of national identity.