Historical Events tagged with "principalía"

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Politics & Government

Philip II's Acknowledgment of Local Nobility

June 11th, 1594 430 years ago

Philip II formalized the rights of local nobles in the Philippines, enhancing the power of the Principalía, the native elite. This decree recognized their privileges, allowing for better governance and integration of local leadership in Spanish colonial administration. The action was significant in establishing a more stable and cooperative relationship between the Spanish crown and Filipino chieftains, ultimately benefiting the colonial regime.

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