Making Moros: Imperial Historicism and American Military Rule in the Philippines' Muslim South

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments i would first like to thank those who helped to set my feet upon the path at the outset of this project, Dr. kenton clymer, Dr. eric Jones, Dr. Taylor atkins, and Dr. susan russell, for their support and direction in composing an earlier draft of this work. Their careful and attentive mentoring opened possibilities and expanded horizons beyond even the most liberal expectations. Their untiring willingness to discuss ideas, read chapters, and offer endless insights is more appreciated than they will ever know. More than this, however, i wish to thank them for their friendship. They have all come to mean a great deal to my family and me, and our time together will not be forgotten. i would also like to thank the many Filipino archivists, librarians, professors , and administrative assistants who helped to facilitate my research throughout the Philippines and in the autonomous region of Muslim Mindanao . Their efforts helped more than they will ever know. equally deserving of thanks are the staff at the Philippine american educational Foundation who administered the Fulbright grant that funded my research in the islands. Much appreciation is also due to Mark Heineke and the rest of the staff at northern illinois University Press. Their enthusiasm for and kind consideration of this work has meant a great deal to me. it is certainly an honor to participate in the long and distinguished history of southeast asian studies at northern illinois University. last, but certainly not least, i would like to thank my loving wife, eve, for her continuous patience and support while i pursue my dreams. and to my children, isaac and Mika ella, who have followed me to far-off lands and endured many adventures so their dad can read and write yet more “papers.” From beginning to end, this work was truly a collective effort. This page intentionally left blank M a k i n g M o r o s This page intentionally left blank ...