Consequently, Hillandale was able to connect with the Filipinos in a pro-Communist part of the Philippines. By understanding the culture, language, and music, Hillandale was able to get the attention of the locals and gain their favor. Once he had their attention, he was able to disprove the anti-American propaganda and ultimately build a long lasting relationship with the community by visiting weekly. If Hillandale had not understood the operational environment, he would not have been able to know how to connect with the locals to get his message out and
Consequently, Hillandale was able to connect with the Filipinos in a pro-Communist part of the Philippines. By understanding the culture, language, and music, Hillandale was able to get the attention of the locals and gain their favor. Once he had their attention, he was able to disprove the anti-American propaganda and ultimately build a long lasting relationship with the community by visiting weekly. If Hillandale had not understood the operational environment, he would not have been able to know how to connect with the locals to get his message out and