Europe Essay Examples

The article discusses the time Rizal spent in the Philippines while it was under Spanish colonization. It highlights the various forms of oppression and unfair treatment experienced by Filipinos during this period, such as an unstable colonial government, corrupt officials, no Philippine representation in the Spanish Cortes, denial of human rights, unequal treatment before the […]

As we studied Jose Rizal’s life and his written works, we were able to have a better understanding of the nationalism of Rizal and were also able to correct the myths regarding the real convictions of Rizal. In tracing the circumstances and events that developed the personality and way of thinking of Rizal, we need […]

In every historical event there tends to be conflicting sides, each member has their own point of view based on a plethora of statistics. These statistics include but are not limited to, socio-economic classes, race, geographical boundaries, gender, etc. When two cultures interact for the first time there is bound to be some discrepancies over […]

The departure of Jose Rizal for Spain was kept secret from Spanish authorities, friars and even to his parents especially to his mother because she would not allow him to go. Only handful of family members and trusted family friends were informed. In order to avoid detection, he used the name Jose Mercado, name of […]

Members of the Propaganda movement strived for unique political goals such as ensuring the representation of the Philippines in the Spanish court, equality between Filipino and Spanish rights, as well as freedom of press and speech. On the other hand, Rizal stood out due to his lack of a particular political intention but rather a […]

Hailing from Genoa, Italy, Christopher Columbus was notably recognized for his contributions as a colonizer, explorer, and navigator. His attempts to establish an aquatic route to India and China led him to discover America. According to “The American Journey p18”, Columbus was celebrated across the Americas in the 19th century as a hero and an […]

The Bourbon Reforms were a series of changes imposed by the Spanish Crown, Charles III and IV, upon their colonies in Latin America in the 1780s. The central goals of the reforms included centralizing Spanish government, restoring finances, and reorganizing the military. These innovations also aimed at limiting the power of the Catholic Church, imposing […]

Spain has one of the richest national histories of all the World. It has been populated and inhabited by so much different civilizations like Greeks, Romans, or Arabians. Spain has also a very complete and unique culture, and a important example is the flamenco music and dance, that make Spain so famous. Firstly, I suggest […]

Perspective on the Columbian Exchange and Effect on Information Conveyance While most of what has happened historically is clouded by speculation and wonder, some events have been well-documented. The Conquest of the Americas by the Spanish was an event in which many aspects were recorded, which has helped historians tremendously. The Broken Spears is a […]

The roots of the Propaganda Movement lay far back in in the late 18th and early 19th century. When Spain opened the borders of the Philippines to international trade, the too opened it to the contemporary currents of European political thoughts. It were mainly economic reasons which led to an educational reform in the Philippines. […]

Composed between 1912 and 1917 Antonio Machado’s Campos de Castilla describes the beautiful landscape of the Castile lands and through them Spain’s political and social state during these years. Tunon de Lara aptly puts ‘la obra de un autor pertenece… al periodo en que fue escrito’; there is no exception in Machado’s poetry which is […]

Juan Ponce de Leon y Figueroa (1474 – July 1521) was a Spanish explorer who became the first Governor of Puerto Rico appointed by the Spanish crown. He is recognized for leading the inaugural European expedition to Florida, where he named it as such. One of his notable connections is with the myth surrounding the […]

Real Madrid is the most successful soccer club in the world. The Spanish team was nine times champion of Europe’s most important tournament, the UEFA Champions League. Real Madrid is also one of the richest sport clubs in the world. This team is known for signing the best players of the world. This Spanish club […]

The social, economic, and political institutions of the Spaniards were transplanted to the Philippine archipelago. The native Filipinos were required by the colonial masters to pledge their loyalty to the Spanish monarch, which was different from their previous system of village chieftains called “datus”. They were also required to adopt a new religion, as they […]

History is defined by the Oxford Dictionary of Current English as “a continuous record of events. ” As such, a country’s history encapsulates all that has happened in the country, and between it and other countries. A country, at a particular point in time, is thus the result of its history. Understanding a country’s history […]

As the Spaniards were on the task of Philippine domination, keeping the Filipino uneducated & ignorant failed. The Filipino rose to a national consciousness which awakened them thus having them emerge from the Spanish rubble. Also, keeping the Filipinos impoverished also came to no avail. Living a life of destitution, the Filipino people decided to […]

The municipality of Sta. Cruz played a significant role in the histories of Mindanao and the Philippines. It was involved during the Spanish rule, American regime, Japanese occupation, independence, Martial Law, and EDSA Revolution. Originally named “Labo,” which means “marshland” in Bagobo, this town is located between two mountain streams with crystal clear waters and […]

THE BATTLE OF THE SPANISH GIANTS Football (soccer), the beautiful game, can become a matter of life and death for some clubs and its supporters. Cultural, as well as regional differences contribute to the fierceness of the clashes and performances of players in such matches determine whether they will be entirely loved or hated. A […]

Queen Isabella I I am Queen Isabella the first of Spain. I am the daughter of King John the second of Castillo and Isabella of Portugal, I am also married Ferdinand of Argon. When I was thirteen I lived in the royal court. When King Henry died my husband and I became rulers and united […]

Spain, renowned for its romance and love, boasts a long and storied history that dates back to 218 B.C. when it became one of Rome’s ancient possessions. While not subjected to Roman conquest, Spain was heavily influenced by the Romans, who left behind lasting remnants of their empire such as statues, cravings, and art. The […]

Over the past 10 years, random people would ask me about the history of Guam, and how it became a United States territory. Grew up most of my life on Guam, but never really cared about its history, although, every year we would celebrate its liberation day from the Japanese and celebrate festive holidays significant […]

After reading Carlos Fuentes’ book, “The Buried Mirror: Reflections on Spain and the New World”, he devoted a section to Bartolome de Las Casas which allowed the reader to capture his unique perspective (32-38). In the introductory text before the reading of “The Brief History of the Destruction of the Indies” (as read in class), […]