July 15, 1987: the Cordillera Administrative Region was Established

The establishment of the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) on July 15, 1987, marked a significant milestone in Philippine history, particularly for the indigenous peoples of the Cordillera mountain range. This administrative region was created to address the unique cultural, social, and economic needs of the region, home to several ethno-linguistic groups collectively known as the Igorot. The creation of CAR was a response to historical marginalization and a step toward fulfilling the constitutional mandate for regional autonomy, as outlined in the 1987 Philippine Constitution.