Kim with Bataan Peninsula

Corregidor Island, Philippines

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April 28th 2009
Corregidor Island, Philippines My trip to Corregidor Island was outstanding! 2 of my roommates and I got up at 0300 in order to catch the bus which left at 0500. To keep spirits high, Helen sang "It's time to make the donuts" (from the old Dunkin Donuts commercial) while we all got ready for the day. The tour group consisted of about 14 people and we all crammed into 2 vans. It was ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Corregidor

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more