Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Early Stirrings
American desire for overseas expansion began as early as the purchase of Alaska from Russia. See what other actions were taken in the latter part of the 19th century, and find out why this imperialist view was taking hold.
Other
The Prime Minister's Office of Brunei Darussalam: Brief History
A brief history of Brunei, which mentions the sultanate, British protectorate, and independence along with information about the current government.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Uk Typhoon Appeal Raises Millions
Article reports on aid being raised in the UK for victims of Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: The Spanish American War and Its Consequences
The Spanish-American War was fought on two fronts, in Cuba and the Philippines. Read about the fighting in Cuba, the terms of the Treaty of Paris, which ended the war, and the insurrection in the Philippines when the United States...
Other
History Today: Filipino Insurrection Against u.s.
Fighting broke out in the Philippines on the night of February 4th, 1899, after an American patrol shot a Filipino guerrilla.
Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain
Si Spain: Loss of the Colonies
This resource provides brief information about the loss of the colonies in 1889 when Spain looses its last colonies, Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Philipines.
Curated OER
Map of the Philippines
At this site from the Library of Congress, you can take a look at this page for links to Philippine maps, a chronology for the Philippines and Guam during the war, and a collection of photos.
Curated OER
Visit Me in My Village on Luzon
A beautiful site by a teacher who has a special interest in the Philippines. Themes include animals, corals, forests, fruit, typhoons, economics, history, and more. Great pictures.
Curated OER
Means of Transportation
A beautiful site by a teacher who has a special interest in the Philippines. Themes include animals, corals, forests, fruit, typhoons, economics, history, and more. Great pictures.
Curated OER
My Ancestors Were the First Inhabitants of the Philippines
A beautiful site by a teacher who has a special interest in the Philippines. Themes include animals, corals, forests, fruit, typhoons, economics, history, and more. Great pictures.
Curated OER
Meet Us in Ormoc City on Leyte!
A beautiful site by a teacher who has a special interest in the Philippines. Themes include animals, corals, forests, fruit, typhoons, economics, history, and more. Great pictures.
Curated OER
Bohol Philippines: God's Little Paradise
Use this online dictionary to translate to and from English and three languages used in the Philippines -- Tagalog, Cebuano, and Hiligaynon. Note that you select the "From" language, not "To," as you might expect.
Curated OER
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Philippines
Learn about religion in Philippines, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Philippines
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Philippines."
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Philippines
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Philippines."