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This treaty marked the end of the Spanish- American War. The United States Gains control over the Philippines.
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The senate ratifies the treaty of Paris
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Established by President William McKinley. The comissoin set up local government and a judicial system.
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The Pacific War begins.
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On Luzon Island in the Philippines
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Japan surrenders
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Following accusations of vote buying and fraud Marcos Begins a second term
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Leading to further government corruption and economic stagnation.
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In the town of Kibawe, Bukidnon province. He is the 4th of 6 siblings.
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Opposition Leader
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Wins in a knockout
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After meeting fellow boxing prodigy he begins to train in a gym in his hometown.
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Manny meets a Talent Scout looking for youg boxers in Manilla.
At age 14 he boards a boat for Manilla and leaves without telling his mother. -
During his first 7 months in Manilla he didnt have a single fight in stead he worked as a metal scraper in a junk yard.
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After catching the eye of gym owner Rod Nozario, Mannys first fight is televised. He is just 16.
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Manny is a crowd favorite. Althought he has little finesse the crowd loves his agressive fighting style. During this period he develops his skills and potential.
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First TitleBecomes the World Boxing Council flightwieght champion after beating Chatchai Sasakul in a knockout fight in Thailand.
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Finds a home in Wild Card Gym in Los Angeles. Owner freddie Roach recognizes his natural speed and power. Under the tutelage of Roach, Paquiao developes his tactical knowlege.
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Rounds 5 and 6Manny gets to opportunity to fight Lehlohonolo Ledwaba at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for a shot at the International Boxing Federation Super Bantamweight title. Manny is given only two weeks to prepare after Ledwaba's previous opponent drops out. Manny wins after 6 rounds. This fight brought Manny to the attention of the American audience.
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Manny faced Marco Antonio Bererra who at the time was one of the best boxers in the world. Much of the Boxing community doubted Paquiao. However Paquiao won in 11 rounds.
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Flghting in the 130 pound lightwieght division Manny lost to Morales in 12 rounds. Controversy surrouding the fight set the stage for a rivalry that would develop over the following years.
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In 2007 manny makes his first attempt at senate. He ran for the Liberal party and lost 65% to 35%.
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Manny fights De La Hoya who is his Idol. Oscars sucess had made him one of the most famous boxers in the world. Manny had to step up to 147lbs. Manny won the fight in 8 rounds.
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Go Giants!Manny Throws the first Pitch at a San Francisco giants game.
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Manny SingsManny Began to grow in popularity. His growing populaty did not rub off on him however. He maintained his humble and dedicated demeanor.
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Manny runs again for senate under the Nacionalista Party and wins 66% to 33%.
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Best FighterManny wins the Best Boxer of the 2000's award. The Boxing Community labeled Manny as the one of the best pound for pound boxers of all time. Paquiao has a world title in 8 different wieght classes. All in all he had 10 world titles.
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Manny Paquiao is running for an unapposed second term as congressman. His estimated net workth in 2012 was $85.
