September 23, 1972 – The day that President Ferdinand Marcos announced on television that he had placed the entirety of the Philippines under martial law. In this clip from our short film "Towards a Working Democracy", we recount the impact of that day and proclamation. #TodayInHistory *The full short film was originally located at the end of our Dioramas of Philippine History. First mounted in 2004, this short film tells the continuing story of the Filipino. | Ayala Museum

Kali martial arts, also known as Eskrima or Arnis, is a traditional Filipino martial art that has been practiced for centuries. The art focuses on the use of weapons, particularly sticks, knives, and bladed weapons, but also incorporates hand-to-hand combat and empty-handed techniques. Kali is a comprehensive martial art that emphasizes practical self-defense skills and has been adopted by law enforcement and military personnel around the world. History of Kali Martial Arts Kali martial arts ori