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Week 3 19th Century by joanaespelita13 is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The 19th century Philippines, under Spanish colonization, experienced significant economic and social transformations, including the rise of cash crop agriculture and the emergence of a wealthy Filipino middle class. The opening of Manila to world trade and the Suez Canal facilitated economic growth, while the educational system evolved, leading to the formation of the ilustrado class. Jose Rizal, a key figure in this period, advocated for reforms and ultimately independence, influenced by liberal movements
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