The Spanish began taking census information in the Philippines as early as the late 1500s. They weren't very careful about their information getting the information from other friends, family or neighbors.
Most of the records have yet to be indexed but church records starting in the 1800s have been indexed. You can find information such as names, ages, marital status, tribute status, profession, and "miscellaneous observations" in these records.
Just remember not to take that information as "fact" since the sources could be questionable. Check, Check, and Double Check!
Most of the records have yet to be indexed but church records starting in the 1800s have been indexed. You can find information such as names, ages, marital status, tribute status, profession, and "miscellaneous observations" in these records.
Just remember not to take that information as "fact" since the sources could be questionable. Check, Check, and Double Check!
