4 Formation of Liberation Fronts Flashcards
When was the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) established?
early 1969
When did the MNLF publicly emerge and begin claiming credit for fighting in Mindanao and Sulu?
Early 1973
What was the initial context behind the formation of the MNLF?
necessity to organize, mobilize, and fight for survival
Who was the Chairman of the MNLF’s Provisional Central Committee?
Nur Misuari
Who was the Vice Chairman of the MNLF’s Provisional Central Committee?
Abul Khayr Alonto
Key leadership members of the MNLF and their region (5)
- Otto Salahuddin (Basilan)
- Ali Alibon (Davao)
- Lumet Hassan “King Size” (Cotabato)
- Sali Wali (Zamboanga)
- Salamat Hashim (Cotabato Province)
It was the discussion on permanent leadership for the MNLF.
1972 The Sabah Meeting
Who convened the 1972 Sabah meeting to elect a permanent Chairman for the MNLF?
Chief Minister Datu Tun Mustapha Haron
Who were the representatives in the Cairo faction at the 1972 Sabah meeting? (4)
- Salamat Hashim
- Dr. Saleh Loong
- Daud Tayuan
- Muntassir Abdulrahman
Who was elected Chairman of the MNLF during the 1972 Sabah meeting?
Nur Misuari
What was the outcome of Salamat Hashim’s stance at the 1972 Sabah meeting? (2)
- Salamat Hashim conceded for unity
- Nur Misuari elected as Chairman of MNLF
Where did Nur Misuari relocate in 1973 to direct early MNLF battles?
Sabah, Malaysia
Where did Salamat Hashim remain during the intense fighting in 1973?
Cotabato
Where did Salamat Hashim move to later in 1973, assuming a role in Foreign Service?
Tripoli, Libya
What year was the MNLF’s leadership reorganized, and the expanded Central Committee established?
1975
Who was re-elected as Chairman of the MNLF in 1975?
Nur Misuari
Who was named the Vice Chairman of the MNLF in 1975?
Abul Khayr Alonto
Who was responsible for Foreign Affairs in the MNLF in 1975?
Salamat Hashim
Who was the Secretary General of the MNLF in 1975?
Abebakrin Lucman
Who was appointed Information Chair of the MNLF in 1975?
Abdurasad Asani
What significant event occurred in March 1978 regarding Abul Khayr Alonto?
He surrendered to the government.
When did Abul Khayr Alonto surrendered to the government?
March 1978
What happened in the aftermath of Abul Khayr Alonto’s surrender in March 1978?
Salamat Hashim became Vice Chairman of the Central Committee.
What year was the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO) established?
1970
Who established the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO)?
Congressman Rashid Lucman
What was the main purpose of the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO)?
To serve as the umbrella organization leading all the other liberation forces.
Who was the head of the Executive Council of the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO)?
Cong. Rashid Lucman
Who was the Secretary of the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO)?
Macapanton Abbas Jr.
Who was in charge of Cotabato Affairs in the Bangsa Moro Liberation Organization (BMLO)?
Udtog Matalam Jr.