The EDSA People Power Revolution is marking its 37th anniversary this year, and not everybody is still fully aware of the country's history. Here are some things you may not know about it. EDSA37 | via philstarlife
Moreover, there are pieces of trivia about the four-day popular uprising that may pique one's interest. Here are some things you may not know about it.Yellow became the color of the revolution, as inspired by the 1973 songThe song revolves around a man who he said has"done my time" and is"comin' home." He asks his beloved that if she still wants him after"three long years," she must"tie a yellow ribbon 'round the ole oak tree.
Ferdinand E. Marcos' successor, Cory Aquino, made the revelation in an interview with TIME magazine as its"Woman of the Year" for 1986.Tie a Yellow Ribbon 'Round the Ole Oak Tree"Whatever else happens in her rule," TIME said,"Aquino has already given her country a bright, and inviolate, memory. More important, she has also resuscitated its sense of identity and pride."The series of popular demonstrations took place from Feb.
"When the tanks kept coming on the people began lying down on the road. Then those behind would rush forward to protect those who had lain down," Joaquin wrote."It was amazing to see how, with no one directing them, the crowd moved in unison, making it impossible for the tanks to proceed without running over people."The famous landmark on EDSA corner Ortigas Avenue in Brgy. Ugong Norte in Quezon City is formally called Shrine of Mary, Queen of Peace .
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
'Lutong Makoy' and more: The slang terms that defined the EDSA People Power eraCall your ermats and erpats! Do they remember using these turns of phrase way back when? EDSA37
Read more »
LIST: Memorable quotes from the key personalities of 1986 EDSA People PowerThese words of wisdom will remind you of the value of standing up for the country's democracy and continuously fighting for historical truth in this age of disinformation. | via philstarlife
Read more »
People Power Anniversary: Should we care?'It is also necessary to honor these accomplishments to better understand the way in which a society has achieved its
Read more »
Key players in the 1986 People Power RevolutionFromOurArchives: The month of February marks the anniversary of the 1986 People Power Revolution. Rappler recalls the prominent figures of that period and the roles they played during the people’s revolt and revisits their post-EDSA lives.
Read more »
Commuters' suggestions after Swedish-inspired EDSA Carousel Busway design revealAt-grade crossings and wider lanes were among the suggestions voiced online to improve the EDSA Carousel Bus system. Several commuters expressed these in
Read more »
Activists to lead 37th EDSA Revolution anniversary in CebuOrganizers will reenact the Cebu protests which took place during the 1986 revolt that ousted the late strongman Ferdinand E. Marcos and sent his family to exile. EDSA37
Read more »