The Latinos Of Asia: How Filipino Americans Break The Rules Of Race Anthony Christian Ocampo
The whisper was raised that the old heathen deity, Diwata, was at hand to assist in the expulsion of the Spaniards. The island rose in revolt, except the two towns of Loboc and Baclayan. Four towns have been burned, the churches sacked, and the sacred images speared. The revolt spread to Leyte, where it was headed by the old dato, Bancao of Limasaua, who had sworn friendship with Legaspi. This insurrection was put down by the alcalde mayor of Cebu and the Filipino leaders have been hung. Anytime a visitor stays in a Filipino home, there will be a feast...