She is an art historian in Zamboanga, a direct descendant of Vicente Alvarez, and does an extensive research in the arts and culture of Zamboanga
Icelle Gloria Estrada
• Sama-tausug-Chinese Filipino born, an authority on the issue of Moro history, armed struggle and quest for self-determination. • Historian National Historical Institute He divides Filipino cultural communities into three main groups- the MOROS, the Indios, Infieles
Dr. Samuel Tan
• Historian National University of Singapore •Prof. Asian Studies at the University of Hawall with a specialization in southeast Asian History
Barbara Watson Andaya
He is an anthropologist with an interest in religious practice in Asia, with a focus on Christian iconography, religious piety, performance and the relationship between religion and the state.
Dr. Julius Bautista
He is a Tausug descendant and shares the sentiments of his people by resenting the characterization of Western Colony and Filipino historiography as "pirates
Halman Abubakar
moro means
muslim
A tribe without maritime experience, but known for its fierce warriors and widespread political power
Tausug
The one which was very important in piracy history Long-standing seafaring community
Illanun
Occupied the chain of islands between Basilan and Sulu island
Balangingi Tribe or Samal
Also a long-standing seafaring community
Sultanate of Sulu
Bullt from bamboo, wood, and the nipa palm and could carry more than 100 sailors. This single-sailed ship was 25 meters long and six meters across and housed a powder magazine and cannon at the bow. With 30 to 60 oars on each side, the garay was faster than any other seagoing vessel of its time
Garay
Small boats designed for coastal raids
Salisipan
Sword with a mystical side
Kalis
One the Tausug warriors use to cut off an M-14, a carbine A single-edged leaf-shaped blade made of thick tempered steel This approximately one-meter long weapon was used in close hand-to-hand battle to cut Spanish firearms down to size.
Barong
Weapon of warfare and ceremony Measuring up to 1.2 meters in length, was not only carried by slave raiders into battle but also by nobles and high- ranking officials of the southern sultanates Double-edged and with either a smooth or wavy blade
kris
Heavy single-edged sword adorned with hair to make it look even more intimidating At the tip of the blade are two horns projecting from the blunt side which is used to pick up the head of a decapitated