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What if I told you that one Spanish galleon carried more silver than most countries saw in a decade—and that this treasure didn’t just enrich Spain, but transformed an entire Asian archipelago forever?

For 333 years, the Philippines lived under Spanish colonial rule, leaving behind a legacy that still defines Filipino culture, language, religion, and politics today. From the Manila Galleon Trade to the spread of Catholicism, from the barangay system to the Clavería surname decree, this story reveals how Spain didn’t just conquer the Philippines—it rewrote its identity.

In this video, we’ll explore:

How the Galleon Trade made Manila the heart of a global economy 🌍

Why the Philippines became Asia’s only Catholic nation ✝️

How Filipino food, language, and festivals fused Spanish and local traditions 🍲

The truth behind Filipino surnames and colonial strategy 📜

Resistance movements that shaped Filipino independence 🇵🇭

By the end, you’ll understand why Filipinos still debate: Was Spanish colonization the best or worst thing that ever happened to the Philippines?

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