In the history of the Philippines, there are at least three nations that reigned over the Filipinos. First are the Spaniards who reigned over the Philippines for three centuries, ranging from 1521 to 1821 A.D.. The second group is the Americans who ruled between 1898 and 1946 A.D. the Japanese, who occupied the island from 1941 to 1946 A.D., Because of this, the Philippines has adapted to the many cultures and traditions that can be seen from all over the world.

There was a Belgian king who tried to buy the Philippines. His name is King Leopold II. His main and primary reason for seeking the land is that the Philippines will be a good source of income for Belgium and its needs. In 1866, King Leopold II asked his ambassador in Madrid to negotiate the terms of acquiring the Philippines with the Queen of Spain. His way of reigning directly contradicts his imperialistic ideals. He failed in his first attempt because he believed that the idea of colonization “entails naval vessels and an army to protect interests halfway across the world,” but Belgium was not prepared for that risk. His second attempt consisted of him acquiring personal loans from the English nations, but ended in rejection. His last attempt was to make the Philippines into an independent country and claim it later in time as a Belgian territory. Unfortunately, this attempt also failed. His dream of having a colony was finally achieved when he claimed Congo, a country in Africa.