Cordillera History
Uncover the rich historical tapestry of the Cordillera region, from ancient indigenous civilizations to modern developments.
9 articles filed under Cordillera History category.
Who Killed Conrado Balweg? The Truth Behind the Assassination
Find out who was responsible for Conrado Balweg's death and the implications of the assassination.
1986 Sipat: The Mount Data Peace Accord
Learn how the Mount Data Peace Accord, or the 1986 Sipat, helped end conflict and bring about administrative reforms in the Cordillera region.
Sep 12
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6 min read
Igorot Fighters Captured General Yamashita: He Did Not Surrender
General Yamashita did not surrender; Igorot guerrilla fighters captured him, leading to the end of WWII. New US Archives documents revealed by PVAO.
Halsema Highway's History: A Road to the Past
Discover the rich history of Halsema Highway, a road that's woven into the tapestry of the Philippines' heritage.
Oct 15, 2023
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7 min read
A Century of Cordillera Vegetable Salad
The cold winds bite, like frozen needles pricking the bones. But why did the mountain folk come to Atok, Benguet, and called it their home?
May 26, 2023
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5 min read
The Cordilleran History
It's how the people of the cordillera bravely defended their ancestral domains from the threat of mining, logging, and destructive energy projects.
May 9, 2020
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8 min read
Gran Cordillera Central Ethnic History
The Cordillera, Gran Cordillera Central, to be complete is a row of great mountain ranges occupying half of Northern Luzon in the Philippines.
Mar 16, 2018
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7 min read
Cordillera Administrative Region History
A glimpse into the history of the Cordillera Administrative Region.
Mar 2, 2018
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7 min read
Cordillera Mass Movement against Chico Dam and Cellophil Corporation
The tribal opposition to so-called "development" projects can be cited as early examples of organized people's power in the Cordillera.
Oct 6, 2017
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10 min read
