READING AND ANALYZING THE PROCLAMATION OF THE PHILIPPINE INDEPENDENCE | by VENTURA & MIDTANGGAL

Summary

The video discusses the proclamation of Philippine Independence, focusing on historical details from June 12, 1898, when Emilio Aguinaldo declared independence from Spain. The speaker highlights the timeline leading to independence, including key figures like Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista, who authored the declaration. The script delves into the abuses of the Spanish colonial regime, including the Civil Guard’s mistreatment of Filipinos, and the eventual American recognition of independence in 1946. The discussion concludes with an analysis of the Philippine flag's symbolism and its enduring legacy since the proclamation.

Takeaways

• 📜 The Philippine Independence was proclaimed on June 12, 1898, in Cavite, marking the end of 333 years of Spanish colonization.
• 🗓️ The United States did not recognize Philippine Independence until July 4, 1946, which was later changed to Filipino-American Friendship Day.
• ✍️ Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista, an advisor to Emilio Aguinaldo, wrote the official declaration of Philippine Independence.
• 📑 The declaration, a 2,000-word document, outlined the reasons behind the Filipino revolt against Spain and the formation of a new republic under Aguinaldo.
• ⚔️ The document highlights the abuses by Spanish authorities, including unjust arrests, violence by the Civil Guard, and the exploitation by clergy members.
• 🕊️ The Philippine flag, first flown on June 12, 1898, carries deep symbolic meaning, with the white triangle representing the Katipunan and the red and blue symbolizing courage and peace.
• ⚡ The revolution spread from Luzon to the Visayas, leading to the eventual liberation of the Philippines from Spanish rule.
• ⚖️ The proclamation acknowledged the unjust execution of national heroes like Jose Rizal and the Gomburza priests, symbolizing the long struggle for freedom.
• 🇺🇸 After the Treaty of Paris in 1898, Spain sold the Philippines to the United States for $20 million, which led to American colonization.
• 📚 The discussion encourages looking at primary historical documents for a more balanced understanding of the Philippine Revolution, rather than relying solely on government narratives.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?

The main topic of the video script is the proclamation of Philippine Independence, its historical context, and the reading of the declaration that took place on June 12, 1898.

Who was the author of the Declaration of Philippine Independence?

The author of the Declaration of Philippine Independence was Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista, who served as an advisor to President Emilio Aguinaldo.

When did the Philippines officially gain recognition of its independence?

The Philippines officially gained recognition of its independence from the United States on July 4, 1946, although the declaration was initially made on June 12, 1898.

Why was the date of Philippine Independence Day reverted to June 12?

In 1961, President Diosdado Macapagal reverted Philippine Independence Day to June 12 to commemorate the original declaration of independence from Spain in 1898, instead of July 4, which had been recognized by the United States.

What role did the Guardia Civil play during the Spanish occupation according to the script?

The Guardia Civil were known for committing abuses, including unlawful arrests, harsh treatment, and even the shooting of prisoners, contributing to the oppression faced by Filipinos under Spanish rule.

What does the Philippine flag symbolize according to the proclamation?

The white triangle symbolizes the Katipunan revolutionary movement, while the blue represents peace and the red stands for courage. The colors of the flag were also influenced by the flag of the United States.

What is the significance of the Gomburza priests in Philippine history?

The Gomburza priests—Mariano Gomez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora—were executed in 1872 after a failed uprising in Cavite. Their martyrdom inspired future revolutionary movements against Spanish colonization.

How did the Treaty of Paris impact the Philippines?

The Treaty of Paris, signed on December 10, 1898, ended the Spanish-American War and transferred control of the Philippines from Spain to the United States for $20 million, leading to the Philippines becoming a U.S. colony.

Why was there tension between Emilio Aguinaldo's forces and those of Andres Bonifacio?

Tensions between Emilio Aguinaldo's forces and Andres Bonifacio's Katipunan movement stemmed from power struggles within the revolutionary groups, as well as differences in their visions for the Philippines' independence.

What lesson does the script emphasize regarding the study of history?

The script emphasizes the importance of referring to primary sources when studying history to ensure accuracy and avoid bias, especially when discussing significant events like the Philippine Revolution and Independence.

Outlines

00:00

📜 Introduction to Philippine Independence

The speaker introduces themselves as Stefan Ventura, a social work student, and sets the objectives for discussing the proclamation of Philippine independence. Before diving into the main topic, a trivia is shared about how Philippine Independence Day was initially celebrated on July 4, recognized by the United States after World War II, but was reverted to June 12 by President Diosdado Macapagal in 1961. Additionally, Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista is introduced as the author of the Declaration of Independence.

05:01

🇵🇭 The Revolution and Filipino Struggles

This paragraph discusses the events leading up to the proclamation of independence, highlighting the hardships and injustices faced by Filipinos under Spanish rule, including the violence and abuses of the Guardia Civil and the greed of the clergy. It explains the reasons behind the revolution, focusing on the inequalities experienced by Filipinos and their subsequent uprising. The passage also references the historical importance of various regions like Bataan, Pampanga, and Visayas in the revolutionary efforts.

10:02

🖋️ Emilio Aguinaldo’s Dictatorship and the Philippine Flag

The proclamation of June 12, 1898, is discussed in detail, describing how Emilio Aguinaldo established a dictatorial government as an instrument of redemption for the Philippines. The significance of the Philippine flag is also explored, explaining its origins and the symbolism behind the colors and design, such as the white triangle symbolizing the Katipunan. The text emphasizes the importance of preserving the historical accuracy and original meanings behind the national symbols.

15:02

🔍 Analysis of the Declaration of Independence

City Farhana Tangal analyzes the proclamation, noting the injustices Filipinos faced under Spanish colonization. However, she points out that deeper issues, such as land crises affecting farmers, were not addressed in the declaration. The document mainly reflects the views of landowners like Aguinaldo and Bautista. The Treaty of Paris, which transferred control of the Philippines from Spain to the United States, is also mentioned, alongside key revolutionary events like the execution of Gomburza and Rizal. The passage emphasizes the importance of consulting original documents for a more complete understanding of historical events.

Keywords

💡Philippine Independence

Philippine Independence refers to the formal declaration of freedom from Spanish colonial rule on June 12, 1898. This is the central theme of the video, where the speaker discusses the historical significance of this event and how it ended over 300 years of colonization. The video explains the process and key figures involved, such as Emilio Aguinaldo, and the celebration of the event, which is now commemorated annually.

💡June 12, 1898

June 12, 1898, is the day when the Philippines declared its independence from Spain. This date is significant because it marks the end of Spanish colonization. The video mentions that although independence was proclaimed on this date, it wasn't recognized by other countries like the United States until later. The day remains a national holiday in the Philippines.

💡Emilio Aguinaldo

Emilio Aguinaldo was the leader of the Philippine Revolution and the first president of the Philippines. He declared the country's independence from Spain on June 12, 1898, and is a central figure in the video. His leadership and the establishment of a new government are discussed, especially his role in the dictatorship that followed the revolution.

💡Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista

Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista was the author of the Philippine Declaration of Independence. As an advisor to Emilio Aguinaldo, he played a significant role in drafting the document that officially proclaimed the country’s freedom. The video highlights his contribution to the proclamation and how his words framed the historical context of the event.

💡Gomburza

Gomburza refers to the three Filipino priests—Mariano Gomez, Jose Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora—who were executed in 1872 for their alleged involvement in a revolt against Spanish rule. Their deaths are considered a key moment in Philippine history, inspiring many revolutionaries. The video mentions them as martyrs whose execution fueled the desire for independence.

💡Guardia Civil

The Guardia Civil was the Spanish colonial police force in the Philippines, notorious for their harsh and abusive treatment of Filipinos. The video describes how they were responsible for arbitrary arrests, killings, and abuse of prisoners, serving as one of the many reasons that led to the Philippine Revolution against Spanish rule.

💡Pact of Biak-na-Bato

The Pact of Biak-na-Bato was an agreement between the Spanish colonial government and Filipino revolutionaries in 1897, which temporarily halted the revolution in exchange for reforms. However, it collapsed soon after. The video references this pact to explain the timeline of events leading to the final declaration of independence.

💡Katipunan

Katipunan, officially known as 'Kataas-taasan, Kagalang-galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan' (Highest and Most Honorable Society of the Sons of the Nation), was a revolutionary society formed to fight for Philippine independence from Spain. Although not fully detailed in the proclamation discussed in the video, the Katipunan played a crucial role in igniting the revolution, and its influence is recognized in the narrative.

💡Treaty of Paris (1898)

The Treaty of Paris, signed on December 10, 1898, ended the Spanish-American War and included Spain’s cession of the Philippines to the United States for $20 million. The video notes that despite the declaration of independence, this treaty allowed the U.S. to take control of the Philippines, delaying true independence until 1946.

💡Philippine Flag

The Philippine Flag, first raised during the declaration of independence in 1898, holds deep symbolism in the nation’s history. The video explains that the white triangle represents the Katipunan, while the blue and red stripes symbolize peace and courage, respectively. The flag's creation and its meaning are an important part of the proclamation and are explained in detail to contextualize its historical significance.

Highlights

Introduction of the speaker, Stefan Ventura from Bachelor of Science in Social Work, discussing the topic of the proclamation of Philippine Independence.

June 12, 1898, is recognized as Philippine Independence Day, declared from Spain, although not recognized by the United States until July 4, 1946.

President Diosdado Macapagal reverted the Independence Day holiday to June 12, from July 4, to mark the true date of Philippine Independence.

Ambrosio Rianzares Bautista wrote the official declaration of Philippine Independence, acting as an advisor to President Emilio Aguinaldo.

The proclamation of Philippine Independence on June 12, 1898, marked the end of 333 years of Spanish colonization in the Philippines.

The declaration document highlights abuses under Spanish rule, including arbitrary arrests and harsh treatment by the Civil Guard.

The declaration provides justification for the Filipino revolt against Spain, citing inequality and violence by Spanish authorities.

Religious figures like friars and the archbishop were also cited in the document for their role in the oppression of Filipinos.

The proclamation describes the flag of the Philippines and its symbolism, linking the colors and elements to the revolution and national values.

The document describes the revolutionary movement spreading from Luzon to the Visayas, ensuring the country’s eventual independence.

It mentions the Pact of Biak-na-Bato, a key historical moment in the revolution, and its eventual dissolution.

The unjust execution of Jose Rizal and the three priests, collectively known as Gomburza, is also highlighted in the proclamation.

The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing primary sources when discussing historical events to avoid bias.

Teodoro Agoncillo’s analysis states that the Philippine Revolution was driven by land issues, which were not fully addressed in the declaration.

The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1898, saw Spain sell the Philippines to the U.S. for $20 million, marking the beginning of American colonization.

Transcripts

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invent mabuhay Good day everyone I am

Stefan or Ventura from Bachelor of

Science social work onec and today I'm

going to discuss to you my assigned

topic about reading of the proclamation

of the Philippine Uh Independence so

before we go into the topic proper of

course We will going to set our goals

and this our

objectives so in this topic We may able

to number one gain insight with the

exact statements of the declaration for

Philippine Independence and interpret it

us explain the timeline on how the

Philippine Independence went in in

process so habang tayo ay nag

nagdi-discuss ngayon Syempre dapat

makuha natin itong mga goals na ito okay

So bago natin formal na i-start iyung

discussion of course meron tayong trivia

did you know that on June 12 1898

Philippines celebrates its independence

day in recognition when Philippines

declared it its Independence from Spain

Although it was not recognized until

July 4 1946 by the United States of

America during 1940 to 1960 Philippines

observed Independence Day on July 4 each

year but Later on 1961 President gius

dado makapagal reverted the holiday on

June 12 date and late President created

the day July 4 as filipino-american

friendship Day so the date June 12 1898

which we considers and celebrates The

independence day until now was really

originally not recognized by the

Americans and also the Spaniards Uh

until July 4 1946 So this date July 4

1946 was reverted by the late President

justado makapagal into Filipino and

American friendship Day so the date or

the actual date for Independence Uh was

on June 12

1898 until now and additionally in 1898

at trivia again ambrosio rianzares

Bautista became the first advisor to

President Emilio Aguinaldo and

subsequently wrote the declaration of

Philippine Independence so simply Mr

Bautista was the author of The

declaration of Philippine Independence

So what we saw or what we are seeing

statements and in the documents it is

written by Mr or the author of that

statements was Mr ambrosio rianzares

Bautista the advisor of the the late

President Emilio aginaldo And now we are

going to dve into our topic proper and

this topic is all about the reading of

the proclamation of Philippine

Independence so dito na tayo magsisimula

sa ating um discusion in this slide

states that every year the country

commemorates the anniversary of the

Philippine Independence proclaimed on 12

of June 1898 in the province of Cavite

So it is signaled as the end of the 333

years of Spanish colonization in the

country numerous studies done on the

events leading To The independence of

the country and this documents are not

Uh um revealed to Some students and

hindi nila o Some students cannot find

some original copies of this document so

the document reveals on the rationale

and circumstances of the historical day

in Cavite So this document reveals no

and reveals and it surrounds with the

historical events happened during

independence day and it it was Exactly

at Cavite City so the document in

hindsight is telling the kind of

Government that was created under

Aguinaldo and the forthcoming hand of

the United States of America so the

declaration was as short as 2000 word

document so that document or that Uh

statement is only 2,000 shortened words

which summarize or nagsa-submit ito ng

mga rason behind sa rebolusyon na ginawa

ng mga ah kababayan nating um mga bayani

natin against Spain para sa war ng

Kalayaan or the war for Independence and

under the new republic Uh that was under

the the late President Emilio Aguinaldo

so Uh this sides presents to you the

infographics Uh came from the internet

shows how the Filipino people celebrates

the Independence Day After the late

President Emilio Aguinaldo declared it

at Cavite so we have the source below so

the proclamation commen with of the

condition in the Philippines during the

colonial period it is mentioned the

abuses the inequalities the violence Uh

the despairs the bloods that's sweats of

the of the colony under the Spaniards so

the first part of the documents reveals

the psych of the revolutionary and

provides their justification of the

revolting against Spain so iyung mga

rason nila at mga justification Bakit

sila kumalaban sa mga O bakit sila

nagbuo ng Himagsikan laban sa mga

mananakop ng bansa So this slides

presents to you the official statement

from the proclamation written by

Mr ambrosio rianzares Bautista and this

is the first part of it so as you may

look at the text I will explain the

passage for you so the first passage

demonstrate the justification behind the

Revolution against pain and the unequal

protection of the law between the

Filipino people and the iminent

personage and in the text it says that

on the account of arbitrary arrest and

harsh treatment practice by The Civil

guard to the extent of causing death

with

the connivance and even with the express

orders of their Commanders who sometimes

went to the extreme of ordering the

shooting of prisoners so iyung mga

nakakulong din ng mga panahon na iyon sa

ah pananakop ng mga spanner dito sa

Pilipinas ay nakakaranas din ng sobrang

lupit na pag Pam molestya ng mga Guardia

Civil sa kanilang kulungan so So marami

doon ay nakaranas ng unlawful act ng mga

gwardya civil at hindi yun makatarungan

sa para sa atin So it is also cited the

abuse of civil guards Yun na nga Iyung

Guardia Civil and their unlawful

shooting of prisoners so also the line

mentions the avarice and Greed of the

clergy like the Friars and archbishop

himself and The un unjust deportation

and rendering of other decision with a

proper hearing expected of any civilized

Nation So kung ngayon mapapansin niyo

yung mga pari o Pastor ay

kagalang-galang at nirerespeto nung

unang panahon ay hindi sila ganon so

they are to face people and of course um

as you may notice and can see in the in

the written history that Uh mapang-abuso

sila ng mga pari madami silang madami

rin silang minolestya mga kababayan

nating o mga kanunununuan natin noon sa

mga unlawful acts din nila ah sa mga

Filipinos nung panahon ng colonial o

panahon ng ah pananakop ng Spaniard sa

bansa the next slides proceeds the

proclamation proceeded with a brief

historical overview of the Spanish

occupation since Magellan's arrival in

Visayas Exactly at maktan Cebu Uh until

the Philippine Revolution especially

after the pack of biyak na bato collapse

It also narrates the movements like the

electric spark through Bataan Pampanga

Batangas Bulacan Laguna and Morong the

revol also reach vayas and The

independence of the country was ensured

so this movement electric spark um Ah

hindi lang siya nagpunta or hindi lang

siya nalagip sa Bataan Pampanga Batangas

Bulacan Laguna Morong o doun sa mga

kalapit bayan sa sa Luzon umabot din ang

Revolt nito sa Visayas at dito

masasaksihan ng Independence sa bansa ay

Sarado na na ensure na ito It also

mentioned Ral execution calling it

unjust so this slide presents to you the

pictures na mag magpapatunay sa inyo ng

or mag ggive sa inyo ng idea tungkol sa

mga ah sinabi ko na descriptions So this

part of the slide um it is also part of

the statement it is from the

proclamation and this statement is from

the first part so Uh to give you the

meaning behind that text it or it

invokes where on the 12th day of June

1898 the appointment to proclaim and

solemnize the dictator government of

these Philippine Islands we recognize

approve and ratify with all of the

orders emanating from the same

dictatorship established by Don Emilio

Aguinaldo in the conviction that he has

been the instrument chosen by God in

spite of the humble origin to effectuate

the Redemption of this Unfortunate

county As for the foret by Dr Don Jose

Rizal in his Magnificent verses which he

composed in his Prison cell prior to his

execution liberating it from the yoke of

Spanish domination So this text um

elaborates Uh the dictatorship would led

by the late President Emilio Aguinaldo

another detail in the proclamation that

is worth looking at is It's The

explanation of Philippine Flag that was

first we on the same day the document

explained as you can see in the slide it

exp all of the meaning of the Philippine

plag especially after the announcement

of our Independence Day but to give you

the exact and brief explanation behind

the text and that is this often over

woked detail reveals much about the

historically accurate meaning behind the

most widely known national symbol of the

Philippines which is ang ating watawat

it is not known by many o hindi yun alam

ng karamihan Uh Like for example that

white triangle Uh was derived from the

symbol of the Katipunan the movement or

himagsikan na ng namuo the red and blue

colors of the flag are often associated

with courage and peace respectively kaya

nasa taas ang ang asul dahil ito ay

nagsisimbolo ng kapayapaan at ang ang

nagrepresenta naman sa kulay na pula ay

um himagsikan pero nananaig ang kulay

asul sa watawat dahil ang courage ng

bansa Ito ay peace respectively our

Basic Education Uh admits the fact that

those colors were taken from the flag of

the United States of America so nakikita

rin natin dito ang impluwensya ng mga ah

Kastila sa kulay ng ating um kulay ng

ating Watawat while it can always be

argued the symbolic meaning can always

change and be reinterpreted the original

symbolic meaning of something represents

as several historical truths that can

explain the subsequent events which

unfolded after the declaration of

Independence on the 12th of 12th day of

June

1898 Uh so to give you the summarize or

the summary of this whole topic so the

statement or the official statement of

the proclamation for Philippine

Independence went from the arrival of

governor Miguel Lopez del Legaspi

followed by his um also the Explorer

Ferdinand magand in the island to the

experiences of the Filipinos and the

personages under the civil guards mga

Guardia Civil na viol or the violation

of no rules and regulation for human

rights also to the agreement to pact of

biyak na bato until it dissolves and the

revolutionary movement na ginawa ng mga

ah ng mga kababayan natin which succeed

to the detachment or yung pagkaalis sa

kamay ng mga Spaniards ang mga sinakop

nila na lugar dito sa Pilipinas to some

towns of the country and the

dictatorship established by Don Emilio

Aguinaldo and and the unjust execution

of result thus the execution also of the

three Marty priest which is the what you

call the gumburza and lastly

Uh after the Independence it is all it

is advised and it is mentioned also in

the statement that Filipinos up until up

until this day must use the same flag

that used from the declaration of The

independence to the Years follow So yung

ginamit na i iwinagayway na what Watawat

doon sa Kawit Cavite ni president Emilio

aguinald at dapat yun ang watawat na

gamitin hanggang sa hanggang ngayon so

thank you for listening to this Uh

discussion or this or this topic I hope

everyone gain insights and open for this

um statements and I hope I describe this

statements clearly and understandable to

each and everyone at di rin natin

kaligtaan yung mga

sinakripisyo na buhay ng ating mga

bayani sa bansa para makamit ang

demokrasya or kalayaan na natatamasa

natin ngayon ngayon pakinggan naman

natin si Miss fhana tanggal sa karugtong

ng report na ito tungkol sa analysis of

proclamation of the Philippine

Independence Thank you miss denta again

I am City Farhana tangal reporting the

analysis of the proclamation of the

Philippines Independence the document on

the declaration of Independence a

naglalaman ng importanteng detalye

tungkol sa mga abuso na naranasan ng mga

Pilipino sa panahon ng kolonyalismo

tulad ng pang-aabuso ng mga pari

diskriminasyon sa lahi at hindi

pagkakapantay-pantay sa batas gayunpaman

hindi nito tinutukoy ang mas malalim na

problema ng krisis sa lupa na labis na

naapektuhan ang mga magsasaka way back

19th century This is ironic especially

when renowned Philippine Revolution

historian Teodoro Agoncillo State that

the Philippine Revolution was an agaran

Revolution ang mga karaniwang sundalong

naglaban sa rebolusyon ay umaasang

makakuha ng mga lupaing kanilang

sinasaka kung magtatagumpay ang

rebolusyon pero ang mga lider ng

rebolusyon tulad nila Emilio Aguinaldo

ambrosio rianzares Bautista at Felipe

Buencamino na mga may-ari ng lupa ay

tila hindi ito isinama sa deklarasyon

maaaaring Dahil hindi nila ito nakikita

o sinasadyang hindi isama dahil sa

kanilang sariling inter bilang mga

may-ari ng lupa ang Treaty of Paris ay

isang kasunduan sa pagitan ng Espanya at

Estados Unidos tungkol sa pang-aaping sa

lupain ng Pilipinas This is also the

reason that the war between Spanish and

American was put to end it was signed on

December 10 1898 and after 6 months

tuluyan nang nakamit ang kalayaan ng

Pilipinas sa kamay ng Espanya dahil sa

kalayaang ito ibinenta ng Espanya ang

Pilipinas sa US sa halagang $20 milyon

dahil dito naging madali naang sakupin

ng Amerika ang Pilipinas ang

proklamasyong ito ay nagpakilala sa mga

paghihirap at kung paano napagtagumpayan

ng gobyerno aginaldo ang pagkamit sa

kalayaan nailarawan din dito ang

execution of Gomburza gom bua are the

three priests Mariano Gomez jose bgo and

Jino Zamora na bigong pag-aalsa sa

Cavite taong 1872 at mga gawan ni Rizal

samantala sa ilang detalye ng Katipunan

ni na siyang nanguna sa rebolusyon ay

nabanggit din naman sa huling bahagi ng

dokumento pero hindi nabanggit dito kung

paano nagsimula ang Katipunan maging si

bonofacio at mga miyembro nito na bumuo

ng Katipunan on the contrary the war led

by aguinaldo's men with the Forces of

the United States will discuss in detail

samantalang ang away sa pagitan ng

kupunan ni Aguinaldo at kupunan ni

bonfacio ay hindi sinekreto isa itong

patunay na ang dokumento ay nagpapakita

sa kasaysayan ng Pilipinas at

isinalaysay ng kung sino man ang

namumuno sa panahong

iyon it shows that Although the

information that we get from the

government is realistic ay mas maganda

pa ring kumuha ng sources sa mga

original document para hindi iisang

panig lang ang pakikinggan at ibabahagi

this gives us a lesson when we're

talking about historical or may

kinalaman sa bansa mas magandang

tumingin sa mga primary sources ngang sa

ganon ay makuha natin ang buong detalye

at buong

katotohanan again this is City Farhana

tangalan Ventura Thank you for listening

to our topic about the philipp

Independence