Puerto Galera is not only beautiful but it is also rich in history. What is sad is that people here do no know their amazing heritage.The Internet has done great wonders for researchers and history buffs like me. And 6 grueling weeks later, I have compiled a modest collection of mostly unpublished historical accounts about Mindoro and Puerto Galera. In the days and weeks and months to come, I will gather more information from various sources hoping someday that I will have the time and the resources to publish a book on the history of this island. Now let me tell you the story of the first Europeans who came…