21/09/2026
MARTIAL LAW IN THE PHILIPPINES A CHAPTER WE MUST REMEMBER ๐ต๐ญ
From 1972 to 1981, the Philippines experienced a period of Martial Law under President Ferdinand E. Marcos. It began with Proclamation No. 1081, issued on September 21, 1972, and became a defining period in the countryโs political and social history,
During this period, government and military powers were expanded, while many Filipinos experienced restrictions on civil liberties, political activities, and freedom of expression, The experiences of this era continue to be remembered, studied, and discussed as an important part of Philippine history.
๐ Remembering Martial Law is not simply about looking back at the past. It is about understanding the experiences of Filipinos, recognizing the importance of rights and freedoms, and learning how history can shape the nationโs future.
Know your character, fight for what you think is right, refuse to be silent, speak and seek justice, and remember...
UNITED WE STAND, DIVIDED WE FALL.