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Spanish Taxation in the Philippines by C. I .A is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document summarizes the evolution of taxation in the Philippines under Spanish colonial rule. It describes the various taxes imposed on Filipinos, including tributes, the cedula personal tax, and taxes on land and agricultural production. It also discusses forced labor requirements and how the tax system disproportionately burdened peasants while enriching local elites. The inclusion of a primary source letter from Mariano Herbosa to Jose Rizal further illustrates the arbitrary and oppressive nature of
- Author
- C. I .A
- Language
- EN