In Search of Independence

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The narrative explores the Bangsamoro people's enduring quest for independence from the Philippine Republic, highlighting their assertion of self-determination since the country's independence post-World War II. It details the resistance led by Moro datus against the annexation of Mindanao, rooted in their distinct cultural and religious identity. The book chronicles the formation of revolutionary movements, notably the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and its offshoot, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), emphasizing their struggles and negotiations for autonomy and independence.