Albert Ernest Jenks

Albert Ernest Jenks (1869-1953) was an American anthropologist and ethnologist known for his extensive research on the indigenous peoples of the Philippines. He conducted fieldwork in the Philippines, focusing on the Bontoc Igorot and other ethnicgroups. Jenks' work contributed significantly to the understanding of Philippine ethnography and cultural anthropology, shedding light on the diverse traditions and lifestyles of the Igorot communities.