The Dasmariñases, Early Governors of the Spanish Philippines

The Dasmariñases, Early Governors of the Spanish Philippines, sheds light on the complex governance and cultural interactions during the Spanish colonial period in the region. This work reveals that Gómez Pérez Dasmariñas and his son Luis, who served as successive governors from 1589 to 1603, effectively addressed challenges posed by diverse cultures while upholding Spain's missionary objectives. Drawing on a wealth of archival documents, including an unpublished manuscript from the Lilly Library at Indiana University, the study provides unprecedented details about their governance and its impact on the Philippines' relationship with regional powers such as China, Japan, Siam, and Cambodia. The research argues that Gómez Pérez Dasmariñas met the moral and administrative standards expected by the Spanish Crown, offering a nuanced perspective on the Spanish Philippines' history.

Crossley, J. N. (2016). The Dasmariñases, Early Governors of the Spanish Philippines. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315615295