Influence in Filipino life and architecture

during American colonial

English During this time, English began to

be taught in the schools, and this is the language that the teachers would use. Even today, most Filipinos can’t help but mix in English words when they speak.  “Taglish” has literally become part of the culture.   In fact, English is now the 2nd national language. Lots of English words have made their way into the Tagalog language. Often they are pronounced the same, but the dictionary spelling is Filipino-ized.

Religious Freedom When the United States took over the

Philippines, the people began to be free to join whatever religion they wanted. (During the Spanish rule, the Catholic church was established as the national religion and was strongly enforced). Because of this new found religious freedom, there began to be many different churches besides Catholicism. Today, it’s remarkable to see just how many different Christian churches there are in the Philippines – this religious diversity has become a big part of the culture.

Protestantism in the Philippines

Protestant Christianity arrived in the Philippines during the late 19th century and the early 20th century. These denominations were introduced mostly by American missionaries at that time, although some were founded locally.

But americans, unlike the Spaniards, did not force the Filipinos to embrace their religion

Free Education

Americans introduced the idea of free education to the Philippine islands. The United States even sent teachers to help establish schools where the Filipino children could have a free education. A large group of these teachers were called “Thomasites,” named after the boat that they came on, called Thomas.

Clothing

Here are a few types of clothing that America introduced to the Filipino culture:

Belts

Suspenders

Polo shirts

Tennis shoes

Short skirts/dresses

Bonnets/hats

High heels

Pantyhose

Make-up

FoodHere is a list of some of the food that Americans introduced to the Philippines that have been widely adopted into their lifestyle:

Hamburgers

Sandwiches

Oatmeal

Ketchup

Chewing gum

Apple pie

Mayonnaise

Hot dogs

Steak

Ice cream

Corn flakes

Jeepneys

When American troops began to leave the Philippines at the end of World War II, hundreds of surplus jeeps were sold or given to the Filipinos. The jeeps were stripped down and altered locally: metal roofs were added for shade; and the vehicles decorated in vibrant colors with chrome-plated ornaments on the sides and hood.

Architecture

After the Spanish–American War in 1898, the Americans took control of the Philippines until after the World War II. During this period, the Americans constructed many Neoclassical buildings in Manila.

Daniel Hudson BurnhamSeptember 4, 1846 – June 1, 1912

was an American architect and urban designer.

WORKS:

•MANILA•BAGUIO•Provincial Capitol Building in Bacolod, Negros Occidental

Manila Hotel a 570-room, historic five-

star hotel located along Manila Bay in Manila, Philippines.

It was built in 1901

Architect: William E. Parsons

Silliman University

found in Dumaguete City, is the oldest standing American structure in the Philippines.

 Central Philippine University Church

in Iloilo City is a fine and unique example of Malay design and motif with American elements.