Spanish Times In The Philippines

Diego Silang (1730-1763) He led the revolt of the Ilocanos in opposition to the tribute and abuses of the Spanish officials. Born in Aringay, La Union, on December 16, 1730. The revolt started in Vigan, Ilocos Sur. He was killed by Miguel Vicos, a Spanish mestizo who bore grievances against Diego Silang. On December 1762 Diego Silang expelled the Spanish from the coastal city of Vigan and set up an independent government. During the British-Spanish War, which resulted …

…on Acapulco in Mexico, a Spanish colony in America. Asian countries like China, Japan, India, Siam, Moluccas and other nearby Asia Countries brought their goods to Manila. Spanish traders in Manila would export these products to Mexico where they were sold at high profit. These products were shipped to Acapulco, Mexico on trade vessels called Galleons. on the return trip the galleons would be carrying silver coins or silver bullion that the Asian traders wanted.