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PERIOD OF AMERICAN REGIME

Although Francisco Balagtas (1788–1862) was alive before the American era, his writings were highly regarded and read at this time. His epic poem "Florante at Laura" is still taught in schools today. He is regarded as one of the finest Filipino poets of all time. For his mastery of Tagalog poetry and his use of conventional Filipino poetic forms, Balagtas was well-known.

It seems appropriate to end Filipino American History Month with N.V.M Gonzalez, a significant figure in the Filipino literary world.

Gonzalez, who was born in the Philippine province of Oriental Mindoro in 1915, showed a passion for music from a young age. He developed his own hand-made guitars and studied violin playing. He enrolled in National University in Manila, Philippines, for college but did not complete his degree. He wrote for the Philippine Graphic when he was there, and he later edited for the Manila Chronicle and Evening News Magazine.

PERIOD OF JAPANESE

Nicomedes "Nick" Marquez Joaquin (May 4, 1917 – April 29, 2004) was a Filipino writer and journalist best known for his short stories and novels in English. He also wrote under the pen name Quijano de Manila. Joaquin has been awarded the rank and title of National Artist of the Philippines in the field of literature. Along with José Rizal and Claro M. Recto, he was considered one of the most important Filipino writers.Unlike Rizal and Recto, whose works were written in Spanish, Joaquin's major works were written in English, despite being a native Spanish speaker.

Francisco Arcellana (1916-2002) - Arcellana was a writer known for his elegant prose and masterful storytelling. During the Japanese occupation, he worked as a translator and editor for the Japanese-controlled newspaper The Tribune. Despite this, he managed to write and publish stories that reflected the harsh realities of the time. His collection Mats (1947) is considered a classic of Filipino literature.

PERIOD OF AMERICAN REGIME

Francisco Balagtas y de la Cruz (April 2, 1788 – February 20, 1862) was a Filipino Tagalog-speaking poet and writer. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest Filipino literary winners for his influence on Filipino literature. The famous epic Florante in Laura is considered his formative work.

NVM Gonzalez, a prominent icon in the Filipino literary community, seems like a fitting way to end Filipino-American History Month.

Gonzalez was born in the Philippines in the province of Oriental Mindoro in 1915 and was enthusiastic about music at an early age. He learned to play the violin and built his own guitars.He attended the National University of Manila in the Philippines for his education but did not graduate. During this time he wrote for the Philippine Graphic and later edited the Evening News Magazine and the Manila Chronicle.

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PERIOD OF ENLIGHTENMENT

On August 30, 1850, Marcelo Del Pilar was born to educated parents in Kupang, Bulacan. He completed his legal studies at the University of Santo Tomas in 1880 after completing his studies at the Colegio de San José. Del Pilar challenged prejudice and hypocrisy while standing up for the disadvantaged victims of racial discrimination in court, driven by a sense of justice against the clergy's misdeeds. He advocated the importance of hard effort, self-esteem, and respect for others. His command of Tagalog, his native tongue, allowed him to mobilize the populace's knowledge of the necessity for cooperation and steadfast struggle against the Spanish dictators.

Tomás Ma. He wrote several books, including "Historia de Filipinas para los Cuatro Anos," which is regarded as one of the country's first history textbooks, and was known for his works on Philippine politics and history. Regidor (1863–1936) helped Filipinos understand their own history and identity and contributed to the growth of a sense of national pride.

PERIOD OF PRE -SPANISH

In Calamba, Laguna, on June 19, 1861, Dr. Jose P. Rizal was born. His early death at the age of 36 was a result of his agitation for reforms in the Philippines under the rule of Spanish colonial rulers. On December 30, 1896, he was put to death in Bagumbayan, today known as Luneta, in Manila.

For the Filipinos, his death meant much more, though. It triggered a revolt against the Spanish government, which had dominated the Philippines (then known as Las Islas Filipinas) from 1565 to 1898. The birth of the nation was inspired by Rizal.

Lakan Dula - Lakan Dula was a pre-colonial Filipino chieftain who lived in the late 16th century. He was known for his literary works, particularly the "Awit ni Lakan Dula" (Song of Lakan Dula), which was an epic poem that recounted the history of his people and their struggle against the Spanish colonizers. The poem was written in the Tagalog language, and it is considered one of the earliest written literary works in the Philippines.

A new generation of writers who tackled current issues and problems emerged in the years following the EDSA revolution in the Philippines. Themes including democracy, social justice, human rights, and national identity were addressed by these authors. Jose Dalisay Jr., Ninotchka Rosca, Jose F. Lacaba, Bienvenido Lumbera, and Lualhati Bautista were a few of the well-known authors from this time period. Their writings provide insightful viewpoints on the complex topics that continue to have an impact on Philippine society today. They used their works to convey the experiences of Filipinos in the post-EDSA era.

During the presidency of former Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, a movement known as the "New Society" was formed with the goal of eradicating political unrest, poverty, and corruption from the nation. Marcos vowed to execute measures like infrastructure improvement and land reform, but his autocratic leadership and violations of human rights tarnished the idea of a New Society. The Philippines still has problems with corruption, inequality, and poverty today. However, the road to a truly new society must place emphasis on respect for human rights, social justice, and democratic participation. This requires genuine political commitment and responsibility from those in positions of authority.