National Historical Commission of the Philippines Releases 6 Documentaries on YouTube
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) releases six documentaries that will tackle some of the important scenarios in Philippine history. This serves as an encouragement for everyone to learn more about the Philippines in this time of enhanced community quarantine.
Below is the list that you can click and learn from.
Jose Rizal: Sa Landas ng Paglaya
A 35-minute documentary about Jose Rizal’s life and heroic deeds, Jose Rizal: Sa Landas ng Paglaya shows the national hero’s works including El Filibusterismo, which tackles how the revolution would fail if it’s just for “personal interest”.
This documentary will also share how Rizal contributed so much in his countrymen by giving free medication.
Apolinario Mabini: Talino at Paninindigan
A documentary that will highlight the importance of honesty towards yourself, your fellowmen, and your country, Apolinario Mabini: Talino at Paninindigan revolves around the life of “The Sublime Paralytic”.
This 42-minute documentary shows how brave Mabini was in going against the government which was headed by Emilio Aguinaldo when it became unrighteous for the country.
May Pag-asa Ang Bantayog ni Andres Bonifacio
May Pag-asa Ang Bantayog ni Andres Bonifacio is a 58-minute documentary about how Andres Bonifacio fought to change the belief that the Philippines and the Filipinos will stay as slaves and unprogressive, unlike its colonizers.
In this documentary, Bonifacio served as a reminder that if the countries America and France were able to get their freedom, Philippines can succeed on it as well.
Kababaihan ng Rebolusyon
A 34-minute documentary that will expose the women of revolution like the Cigarreras of Manila, a group of women who fought for a higher pay and better working condition.
Since it was always believed that women can never be a part of heroism and that only men can govern a country, this 34-minute documentary exposes the women of revolution like the Cigarreras of Manila, a group of women who fought for higher pay and better working condition.
Kababaihan ang Rebolusyon also highlight how women back in those times of war were also able to play a big role in fighting for the rights of women and of the Philippines.
Gregoria de Jesus: Lakambini ng Katipunan
Known for the title “Muse of the Revolution” and wife to Andres Bonifacio, Gregoria de Jesus helped Bonifacio with the revolution, from sending letters to their fellow “Sons of the Nation” to the sewing of the Katipunero’s flag as well as keeping the Katipunero’s war equipment.
This documentary highlights how a woman’s way of caring can be a big weapon in times of war.
Emilio Jacinto: Utak ng Katipunan
Emilio Jacinto: Utak ng Katipunan is a 24-minute documentary that tackles how Emilio Jacinto used his writing skills when it comes to teaching his fellowmen how they should really live as Filipinos.
Fondly known as the “Eyes of the Revolution” by Andres Bonifacio, he shared the principles and values each Filipino should remember. This is a documentary that will show how Jacinto fought for justice and equal rights.
These documentaries can be watched for free with English subtitles available on NHCP’s YouTube Channel.
Source: National Historical Commission of the Philippines
