We should have this in our history books. Hello DepEd?! Update the curriculum and make it more Filipino-centered instead of furthering colonial mentality.

Ancient Chinese & Japanese records (oh we recorded EVERYTHING lol) speak of the riches of Luzon back then. The "Philippines" already had vast trading networks with China, Japan, Vietnam & the other numerous political entities of SE Asia that are now Malaysia & Indonesia.

This would be a great anime

Your channel is awesome, thanks for educating many Filipinos about our history!

The invaders always changed the function of the building according to their wishes, and it's a fact that I did not make it up in Spain after the Andalusian era. most famous mosques were changed and which was converted into a cathedral. I'm sure many buildings in the Philippines that Spain claim are relics of previous kings, the most obvious example is the paoay church which is completely not in European style and in Javanese Buddhist style

I wish movie producers will make an educational video/movie about all these 16th century Philippines history - non-colonial/capitalist version. Big Kudos Kirby!

Good morning Kirby, I'm also interested in the history of visayas and Mindanao. Do you have some of it? I hope you can share some. I'm really curious about the past of our country. Thank you and God bless you.

I was in Intramouros in September 😍 I love your country and people.... and food 🤤

The most interesting historical information was that old Manila was already a stone walls (kuta bato) not palisades. I read that only from one historian Spain just built up the old walls using the same foundation, same stone materials. That should be emphasized esp by the Intramuros Admin, instead of propagating the fake news that Spain built the walled city of Manila! Another interesting info was that the pre colonial Pinoys already had small cannons in their arsenal. Although we learned that in history books but not to the extent that cannons and "rifles" were already used by the warriors. Time to put to rest old myths and legends, written by the victors.

I recommend turning your books into eBook formats (all formats) as paper books like CD are fast becoming obsolete. Please include all information such as 2 ISBNs so that it cab be easily acquired by bookstores and LIBRARIES

Will you do a video on Pre colonial Filipino architecture? I'm doing a bit of research for a project hehez

I'm just wondering how our life would be if the Philippines were not conquered by Spain for more than 300 years. How intact and rich our ancient culture would be🤔.

Good job, Kirby. At

Wow i found this gem of a video! You got a new subscriber!

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Thanks again. So informative.

philippines during spanish invasion

Sir Kirby, please do a video on the Naval Battle of Bangkusay, including the preparations they’ve done and why the Galleons defeated them. Thank you so much, Sir!

Amazing history....

Hi, sir, I was amazed by your discussion where can I buy your books? Thanks!