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THE THIRD REPUBLIC

OF THE PHILIPPINES
BACKGROUND

FIRST REPUBLIC SECOND REPUBLIC

• The First Philippine Republic was inaugurated on January 23, 1899, in
Malolos, Bulacan, with Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo of Kawit, Cavite as its first
President.
• The Second Republic was established during WWII sponsored by the Japanes
Imperial Government on October 14, 1943 after the Proclamation of the
Philippine Independence.
• It was declared in front of the Legislative Building, now National Museum,
with Dr. Jose P. Laurel of Tanauan, Batangas, as its first and only President.

THIRD REPUBLIC
• The Third Republic of the Philippines was proclaimed, after the dissolution of
the Commonwealth of the Philippines.
• It was proclaimed in Luneta on July 4, 1946, with Gen. Manuel A. Rozas of
THE THRID Capiz, as its President and Elpidio Quirino as Vice President.
• The birth of the Third Republic of the Philippines was due to series of events.
• In 1910, Pres. Manuel L. Quezon delivered his speech in the US House of
REPUBLIC Representatives giving emphasis on the question of immediate Philippine
Independence.
• The Filipinos also desire to be free nd demand immediate independence.
• The independence issue was the ultimate priority of Quezon.

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THIRD REPUBLIC THIRD REPUBLIC

• Pres. Woodrow Wilson assigned Governor- General Francis Burton Harrison
to govern the Philippines in consultation with the Filipinos.
• The passage of the Philippine Autonomy Act of 1916, otherwise known as
Jones Law provided an opportunity for the Filipinos to govern themselves if
a stable government could be established in the Philippines.
• The Jones Law was passed by the US Congress on August 19, 1916.
• It was named after Congressman William Atkinson Jones, the sponsor of the
bill with the support of Manuel L. Quezon.
• The Tydings-McDuffie Law was entitled An Act to Provide for the Complete
Independence of the Philippine Islands, to Provide for the Adoption of a
Constitution and a Form of Government for the Philippine Islands.
• It was signed into law by US President Franklin Roosevelt on March 24, 1934.
• It provided the establishment of the Commonwealth of the Philippines under
American control and guaranteed absolute independence ten years after the
inauguration of the Commonwealth.

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• On July 4, 1946, the Proclamation of Philippine Independence signed by
President Harry Truman which was read at the Luneta Grandstand.
• It was stated in the Proclamation that US withdraws and surrenders all
possessions in the Philippine territory to the Philippines. PRESIDENTIAL
• Along with the Proclamation is the dissolution of the Commonwealth and
the establishment of the Third Republic of the Philippines with its firs
President, Gen. Manuel A. Roxas from Capiz, Panay Island.
BIOGRAPHIES OF THE
THIRD REPUBLIC

MANUEL A. ROXAS

TERM OF OFFICE May 28, 1946-July 4, 1946 as last President of Commonwealth

July 4, 1946- April 15, 1948 as 1st President of Third Republic
VICE PRESIDENT Elpidio Quirino
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PAST OCCUPATION Lawyer
POLITICAL PARTY Liberal Party
ETHNICITY Ilonggo
BIRTH January 1, 1892 in Capiz
DEATH April 15, 1948 due to heart attach while giving speech in Clark
MANUEL ACUÑA ROXAS Air Base, Pampanga

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MANUEL A. ROXAS
• Roxas studied college in University of Manila but finished Bachelor of Laws at
the University of the Philippines in 1913 and topped the Bar Exam in the
same year.
• It was during his administration that a pro-American foreign policy was
adopted and the parity amendment was ratified.
• The political career of President Roxas was cut short when he died of heart
attach during the delivery of his speech in an occasion in Clark Air Base on
April 15, 1948.
• He was laid to rest at the Manila North Cemetery.

ELPIDIO RIVERA QUIRINO

ELPIDIO R. QUIRINO ELPIDIO R. QUIRINO

• Quirino studied Bachelor of Laws at the University of the Philippines.
• He was awarded with the Doctor of Laws at the University of Manila.
TERM OF OFFICE April 17, 1948- December 30, 1949 for the remaining term of • He assumes the Presidency two days after the death of Roxas.
Pres. Roxas
• His first act was the signing of the proclamation declating a state of
December 30, 1949- December 30, 1953 for 2nd term
mourning throughout the country.
VICE PRESIDENT Fernando Lopez
• The Quirino Administration focused on the reconstruction of the country,
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rehabilitation of the Philippine economy, and the restoration of the people’s
PAST OCCUPATION Lawyer faith and support in his government.
POLITICAL PARTY Nacionalista Party, 1922-1945; Liberal Party, 1946-1948 • Quirino was satisfactory in foreign relations.
ETHNICITY Ilocano • The RP-US Mutual Defense Treaty was approved during his term on August
BIRTH November 16, 1890 at Vigan, Ilocos Sur 30, 1951.
DEATH February 29, 1956 in Novaliches, Quezon City • He established the Central Bank of the Philippines

ELPIDIO R. QUIRINO
• He ordered the creation of Agricultural Credit Cooperative Financing
Administration.
• He also created the Presidential Action Committee on Social Amelioration.
• He organized the Labor Management Advisory Board.
• His Presidency was threatened by the communist group called Hukbalahap.
• The administration failed to solve basic social problems resulting to
widespread poverty.
• There were reports of scandalous transactions of some government officials,
which contributed to the declining trust of the people in the administration.
• Magsaysay resigned as Defense secretary under Quirino administration.
• Magsaysay challenged Quirino and won as the President.
• Quirino retired as a private citizen in Novaliches due to heart attack on
February 29, 1956 and was buried at the Manila South Cemetery.
RAMON DEL FIERRO MAGSAYSAY

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RAMON D. MAGSAYSAY RAMON D. MAGSAYSAY

• Magsaysay enrolled pre-law at University of the Philippines then shifted to
engineering.
TERM OF OFFICE December 30, 1953- March 17, 1957 • He then transferred to Jose Rizal College, now Jose Rizal University, and
VICE PRESIDENT Carlos Garcia
graduated with the degree in commerce.
• Magsaysay introduced the door-to-door and barrio-to-barrio campaign by
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shaking the hands of the people and chatted with them.
PAST OCCUPATION Branch Manager of Bus Liner
• He was the first President to wear Barong Tagalog while taking his oath of
POLITICAL PARTY Liberal Party, 1947-1953; Nacionalista Party, 1953-1957
office.
ETHNICITY Ilocano • Magsaysay’s first act was his proclamation declaring that Malcañang Palace
BIRTH August 31, 1907 in Iba, Zambales is literally the House of People by opening its gates to the public without
DEATH March 17, 1957, Mt. Manunggal, Cebu security inspection.
• He immediately ordered the creation of the Presidential Complaints’ and
Action Committee to attend to the grievances of people.

RAMON D. MAGSAYSAY
• He earned the nickname The Guy.
• It was during his term when the SEATO or the Southeast Asia Treaty
Organization was created in Manila on September 18, 1954.
• He also urged the passing of Agricultural Tenancy Act of 1954 and Land
Reform Act of 1955.
• On March 16, 1957, on the way home to Malcañang to see his wife and kids,
Magsaysay boarded the plane named Mt. Pinatubo despite the bad weather.
• In the cold morning of March 17, 1957, the plan was reported missing.
• Late in the afternoon, it was reported that it crashed in Mt. Manunggal in
Asturias, Cebu.
• Magsaysay was buried on March 22, 1957 in the Manila North Cemetery.
CARLS POLISTICO GARCIA

CARLOS P. GARCIA CARLOS P. GARCIA

• He studied in the Philippine Law School and graduated Bachelor of Laws in
1923. He topped the Bar Exam in the same year.
TERM OF OFFICE March 23, 1957-December 30, 1957 for the remaining term of • Garcia Administration gave emphasis on the respect of human rights, the
Pres. Magsaysay
maintenance of free elections, the promotion of international peace and
December 30, 1957- December 30, 1961
harmony, the strengthening of Filipino nationalism.
VICE PRESIDENT Diosdado Macapagal
• He created the Dr. Jose Rizal Centennial Commission, which supervised the
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compilation of all the hero’s writings and other memorabilia.
PAST OCCUPATION Lawyer • One of the noted highlights in the Garcia Administration was his Filipino First
POLITICAL PARTY Nacionalista Party Policy.
ETHNICITY Boholano • The policy gave first priority or preference to Filipino citizens over all
BIRTH November 4, 1896 at Talibon, Bohol foreigners in acquiring land and/or operation of business, trade and industry.
DEATH June 15, 1971 in Quezon City • This simply meant that 60 percent should be owned by Filipinos.

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CARLOS P. GARCIA
• Garcia spearheaded the Filipino Austerity Program that advised the people
to lead simple lives.
• He issued the directive PUBLIC OFFICE IS PUBLIC TRUST.
• He also introduced the Cultural Revival Policy.
• He continued the practice of wearing Barong Tagalog.
• Carlos Garcia died because of heart attack on June 15, 1971 and was buried
at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.

DIOSDADO PANGAN MACAPAGAL

DIOSDADO P. MACAPAGAL DIOSDADO P. MACAPAGAL

• He finished Associate in Arts in University of the Philippines then took
Bachelor of Laws at the University of Sto. Tomas. He became the topnotcher
TERM OF OFFICE December 30, 1961- December 30, 1965 of the Bar Exam in 1936.
VICE PRESIDENT Emmanuel Pelaez
• His first administrative order was to bar government officials from giving
special favors to his relatives to show his sincerity in elimination corruption
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and nepotism in government.
PAST OCCUPATION Lawyer and Professor
• He also issued a directive that the Filipino language be used in passports,
POLITICAL PARTY Liberal Party
school diplomas, traffic signs and stamps.
ETHNICITY Pampangueño • His administration filed the official claim of the Philippines over Sabah.
BIRTH Seprember 28, 1910 in Lubao, Pampanga • He changed the official celebration of Independence From July 4 to June 12.
DEATH April 21, 1997 in Makati City • He hosted a Summit Meeting attended by Malaysia, Philippines and
Indonesia and was called MAPHILINDO. Later on, it became ASEAN or
Association of Southeast Asian Nations to foster alliance.

DIOSDADO P. MACAPAGAL
• Macapagal envisioned the distribution of lands to landless farmers.
• Diosdado Macapagal died on April 21, 1997 in Makati City due to Pneumonia
and was buried at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.

FERDINAND EDRALIN MARCOS, SR.

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FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR. FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR.

TERM OF OFFICE December 30, 1965- December 30, 1969 VICE PRESIDENT Fernando H. Lopez, 1965-1972

December 30, 1969- December 30, 1973, extended his term Office of the VP was abolished during Martial Law in 1972
due to the Proclamation 1801 of September 23, 1972, or AGE UPON ASSUMPTION 48
simply the imposition of Martial Law
PAST OCCUPATION Lawyer
June 30, 1981- February 25, 1986 POLITICAL PARTY Liberal Party, 1946-1965; Nacionalista Party, 1965-1978,
Kilusang Bagong Lipunan, 1978-1986
He served for more than 20 years and 1 month ETHNICITY Ilocano
BIRTH September 11, 1917 at Sarrat, Ilocos, Norte
DEATH September 28, 1989, in Honolulu, Hawaii

FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR. FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR.

• He graduated Bachelor of Laws at the University of the Philippines and
topped the Bar Exam on 1939.
• His first term was all about innovation and development.
• He signed the Republic Act No. 1913 increasing the number of Congressmen
from 120 to 180.
• He was the first President to be elected for full second term.
• Marcos was worried of an imminent communist takeover and it was
necessary for him to use military force
• Marcos signed the Republic Act No. 6132 known as the Constitutional
Convention Act of 1970, which provided for the election of delegates of the
Constitutional Convention on November 10, 1970, which would convene on
June 1, 1971, in Manila.
• The Constitutional Convention was given the task to revise the 1935
Commonwealth Constitution composed of 321 elected delegates.
• The Con-Con was headed by former Presidents Carlos P. Garcia and Diosdado
Macapagal.
• Marcos issued the Presidential Proclamation No. 880 that suspended the
Writ of Habeas Corpus, after the Plaza Miranda Bombing.
• Marcos then issued Presidential Proclamation No. 1081 on September 21,
1972, which was known as the Declaration of a State of Martial Law placing
the entire Philippines under the direct control of the President and the
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
• This made him remain in office past the limits provided by the 1935
Commonwealth Constitution and his assumption of dictatorial control over
which he termed constitutional authoritarianism.

FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR. FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR.

• In preparation of the visit of Pope John Paul II, martial law was lifted by
Marcos on January 17, 1981, by virtue of Proclamation No. 2045.
• Marcos ordered an intensive campaign against the New People’s Army or
NPA and the Muslim insurgents in Mindanao.
• A certain Lim Seng was arrested for being a drug lord, was the first to die of
firing squad in Luneta in 1972, under his administration.
• The Marcos Constitution took effect on January 17, 1973, and its adoption
caused the abolition of the old Congress of the Philippines.
• It changed the form of government from presidential to parliamentary.
• Marcos exercised the powers of President and Prime Minister.
• Marcos passed the Decentralization Act which empowered the heads of local
government to appoint office heads.
• Marcos established the Land Bank of the Philippines.
• Marcos created the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao or ARMM on
March 26, 1977.
• The assassination of Sen. Benigno “Ninoy“ S. Aquino at Manila International
Airport, now Ninoy Aquino International Airport on August 21, 1983, created
a serious economic problems.
• The rising mass protests an demonstrations in the country scared foreign
tourists and visitors.
• Marcos resigned the presidency to run for office in the 1986 Snap Elections.
• He was challenged by the widow of Ninoy Aquino, Cory C. Aquino.
• There were reports of massive cheating and aggravated by the televised
walkout of encoders from COMELEC.
• Both Marcos and Aquino claimed and declared themselves winners.

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FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR. FERDINAND E. MARCOS, SR.

• Defense Minister Juan Ponce Enrile fearing for his arrest orders from Marcos
called on Archbishop of Manila Jaime Cardinal Sin for guidance and support.
• The voice of Cardinal Sin was aired over Radio Veritas calling for people’s
support in Camp Crame and Camp Aguinaldo/
• Defense Minister Enrile and Gen. Fidel Ramos defected to the camp of Cory
Aquino.
• Thousands of people marched to EDSA to give their support to Enrile and
Ramos, which is now known as EDSA Revolution I or People Power I.
• Marcos proclaimed in Malacañang in the morning of February 25, 1986,
while Cory’s proclamation took place on the same date at the Club Filipino in
Greenhills, San Juan with Chief Justice Caludio M. Teehankee administering
the oath of office.
• It was because if people power, that Marcos was flow to Hawaii, in the
evening of February 25, 196.
• Cory was installed as President.
• Marcos and his family ended up in voluntary exile to Hawaii.
• Marcos and Imelda were indicted in US courts of embezzlement of public
funds but acquitted by US Court in 1990.
• Marcos died in 1989 of kidney, heart and lung ailments and was buried in
private mausoleum at Byodo-In Temple on Oahu Island.
• The remains of Marcos were brought back to the Philippines and was
interred inside a refrigerated crypt in Ilocos Norte.
• On October 18, 2016, his remains were transferred to the Libingan ng mga
Bayani.

CORY C. AQUINO

TERM OF OFFICE February 25, 1986- June 30, 1992

VICE PRESIDENT Salvador H. Laurel

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PAST OCCUPATION Housewife
POLITICAL PARTY UNIDO-PDP-LABAN
ETHNICITY Pampangueño
BIRTH January 25, 1933 in Manila
DEATH August 1, 2009, Makati City

MARIA CORAZON COJUANGCO AQUINO

CORY C. AQUINO CORY C. AQUINO

• She graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Mount Saint Vincent
then studied Bachelor of Laws in Far Eastern University for one year.
• She issued Presidential Decree No. 3 on March 25, 1986, proclaiming an
interim Freedom Constitution which was a revolutionary charter pending
the adoption of a democratically drafted and ratified Constitution.
• It was a charter that provided for the abolition of the Batasang Pambansa
and all other officials appointed by Marcos.
• She created the Presidential Commission on Good Government to recover
any ill-gotten wealth of President Marcos.
• The Constitutional Commission was created by Aquino on May 25, 1986 and
appointed 48 Commissioners.
• The delegates were educated upper class, most of whom were lawyers.
• By October 15, 1986, the Commissioners approved the full draft of the New
Constitution by a vote of 45 as against 2.
• The Constitution was ratified on February 2, 1987, by the people in a
national plebiscite.
• Soon after, the congressional ang local elections followed forming a
government based on popular mandate from the people.
• The 1987 Philippine Constitution, which was ratified by the people, gave
President Aquino its legitimacy.
• A peasant movement known as the Kilusang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas led a
marching rally in Mendiola, Manila towards Malacañang on January 22,
1987, which erupted into a bloody confrontation to be known as the
Mendiola Massacre.

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CORY C. AQUINO CORY C. AQUINO

• THE COUP D’ETAT. The military became apprehensive when Aquino
appointed leftist Joker Arroyo and Augusto Sanchez.
• The military was further antagonized when Aquino issued amnesty and
ordered the release of political prisoners.
• In July 1986, they managed to control the Manila Hotel premises for 38
hours.
• The coup was put to an end when water supply and electricity was cut off
which forced the sympathizers to give up.
• In January 1987, a military coup was launched under the leadership of Air
Force Colonel Canlas that attempted in seizing a television station.
• A military coup was led by Col. Gregorio Honasan on August 28, 1987 where
Enrile will take reins of government as Prime Minister while Aquino will be
still the figure head of the state.
• Honasan escaped then Aquino fired Enrile as the Defense Secretary.
• Col. Honasan made a comeback and spearheaded another coup on
December 1, 1989, known to be Black Christmas.
• The coup was administered for 8 consecutive days, and when it ended there
were 95 people killed.
• The final military coup faced by the Aquino Administration was launched on
October 6, 1990, headed by Col. Alexander Noble.
• He staged a coup in two military camps in Mindanao.
• The coup ended when Noble surrendered at the residence of former Senator
Aquilino Pimintel, Jr.

FIDEL V. RAMOS

TERM OF OFFICE June 30, 1992- June 30, 1998

VICE PRESIDENT Joseph Estrada

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PAST OCCUPATION Licensed Civil Engineer; Soldier
POLITICAL PARTY NUCD
ETHNICITY Ilocano/ Pangasinense
BIRTH March 18, 1928 in Lingayen, Pangasinan
DEATH --

FIDEL VALDEZ RAMOS

FIDEL V. RAMOS FIDEL V. RAMOS

• He went to National University before moving to US Military Academy in • Ramos urged the passing of Republic Act 7638 known as an Act Creating the
New York and graduated with Bachelor of Science degree. Department of Energy to solve the crisis in terms of energy.
• Ramos won as the President on May 11, 1992 defeating the late Miriam • Ramos created the National Centennial Commission to celebrate the
Defensor- Santiago. There were rumors of massive cheating and fraud but it Philippine centennial.
has not been proven in the courts of law. • Fidel Ramos now retired as a private citizen and making political
• Ramos created the Presidential Anti-Crime Commission to put a stop on appearances once in a while.
criminal activities.
• Ramos laid the foundation of People Empowerment as a tool towards
economic development.
• Philippines became the Tiger Cub of Asia due to fast development on
economy.
• The Philippines became a member of the World Trade Organization.

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JOSEPH E. ESTRADA

TERM OF OFFICE June 30, 1998, but resigned from office on January 20, 2001
VICE PRESIDENT Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
AGE UPON ASSUMPTION 61
PAST OCCUPATION Actor
POLITICAL PARTY KBL; NPC
ETHNICITY Tagalog
BIRTH April 19, 1937 in Tondo, Manila
DEATH --

JOSEPH EJERCITO ESTRADA

JOSEPH E. ESTRADA JOSEPH E. ESTRADA

• He took engineering course at Mapua Institute of Technology but dropped
out before finishing his degree.
• Estrada created the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Task Force to go
against organized syndicates, kidnap-for-ransom gangs, and drug lords.
• He intervened in the flag carrier of the Philippines in terms of airlines to
open again and serve the public.
• Estrada was rumored to have been spending long hours drinking with close
associates.
• Ilocos Sur’s Governor Chavit Singson exposed Estrada that he gave him
personally the amount of 400 million pesos derived from illegal gambling
and another 180 million pesos taken from the government price subsidy for
tobacco farmers marketing cooperative.
• The House of Representative initiated the impeachment complaint against
Estrada.
• An Impeachment Court was created in the Senate with Chief Justice Hilario
Davide, Jr. as the presiding officer.
• On January 16, 2001, the senator-judges voted against the opening of an
envelope purportedly containing the incriminating evidence against
President Estrada.
• On the night of January 16, 2001, anti-Estrada rallyists marched towards
EDSA.
• The people were clamoring for Estrada’s resignation and there were mass
resignations from the Cabinet.
• On January 19, 2011, the leaders of the Armed Forces of the Philippines had
withdrawn their support from Estrada.

JOSEPH E. ESTRADA
• On January 20, 2001, the Supreme Court declared the Presidency vacant and
the Chief Justice Hilario Davide, Jr. sworn Gloria Macapagal Arroyo into
office.
• Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo became the Acting President of the Philippines
with the Archbishop of Manila Jaime Cardinal Sin as the witness of the oath.

GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROY

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GLORIA MACAPAGAL ARROYO GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO

• He graduated in AB Economics at Assumption College in 1978.
• During her administration, millions of jobs were created which gave
TERM OF OFFICE January 20, 2001-June 30, 2004, for the remaining term of opportunities to Filipino employees, entrepreneurs were able to get loans
Pres. Estrada
and hectares of lands were developed for agriculture.
June 30, 2004- June 30, 2010
• There were also construction of new school buildings and classrooms;
VICE PRESIDENT Teofisto Guingona, Jr., 2001-2004; Noli de Castro, 2004- 2010
allotted more school equipment and book for student; and provided
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scholarships to students who belong to poor families.
PAST OCCUPATION Professor • The asministration decentralized progress in the country through
POLITICAL PARTY LDP transportation networks and digital infrastructure.
ETHNICITY Pampangueño • Electoral process became automated.
BIRTH April 5, 1947 at San Juan, Rizal
DEATH --

NOYNOY AQUINO

TERM OF OFFICE June 30, 2010- June 30, 2016

VICE PRESIDENT Jejomar Binay
AGE UPON ASSUMPTION 50
PAST OCCUPATION Politicain
POLITICAL PARTY Liberal Party
ETHNICITY Pampangueño
BIRTH February 8, 1960, Sampaloc, Manila
DEATH --

BENIGNO SIMEON COJUANCO AQUINO III

NOYNOY AQUINO
• He attended the Ateneo de Manila University and finished Bachelor of Arts
major in Economics in 1981.
• He was one of the students of Gloria Macapagal Arroyo at the Ateneo de
Manila University.
• He was criticized due to the Manila hostage crisis because he defended the
actions of the police even if the gunman stated no signs of wanting to kill the
hostages.
FUN FACTS
• He was also the President when Typhoon Yolande struck Philippines.
• He was also the President when the Mamasapano Massacre occurred where
President Aquino was accused of evading responsibility for the death of 44
Special Action Force operative in a failed operation.
• After his Presidency, he returned to his parents’ residence along Times Street
in Quezon City as a private citizen.

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FUN FACTS FUN FACTS

Occupation
• There were 7 Presidents who became lawyer first before becoming
President.
• Out of 7 lawyers, 4 became Bar Topnotchers.
• One became Manager first, 2 became Professor first, 1 Civil Engineer, 3
Soldiers, 1 Actor and 1 Politician.
Ethnicity
• One President was Ilonggo while 4 Presidents were Ilocano.
• One President was Bohalono and 4 were Pamoangueño.
• One Pangisinense, One Cebuano, One Davaoenño and 2 Tagalogs.

FUN FACTS FUN FACTS

Death Dynasty
• 3 died because of heart attack. • Two of our former Presidents were one of the children of other two former
• One died because of plane crash Presidents.
• Cory Aquino died because of Colon Cancer. • Former President Cory Aquino was the mother of former President Noynoy
• One died because of Pneumonia Aquino.
• Marcos died because of Kidney failure • Former President Diosdado Macapagal was the father of former President
• Sergio Osmeña died because of Pulmonary disease. Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo.
• As of now, 6 Presidents are still alive.

FUN FACTS FUN FACTS

LIST OF PRESIDENTS OF THE PHILIPPINES IN ORDER
Vice Presidency 1899-1901 Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo
1935-1944 Manuel L. Quezon
• The one thing in common among Elpidio Quirino, Carlos Garcia, Diosdado 1943-1945 Jose P. Laurel
Macapagal, Sergio Osmeña, Joseph Estrada and Gloria Macapaga-Arroyo is 1944-1946 Sergio Osmeña
that they became Vice President first before they became President. 1946-1948 Manuel Roxas
1948-1953 Elpidio Quirino
1953-1957 Ramon Magsaysay
1957-1961 Carlos P. Garcia
1961-1965 Diosdado Macapagal
1965-1986 Ferdinand Marcos, Sr.

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FUN FACTS
LIST OF PRESIDENTS OF THE PHILIPPINES IN ORDER

1986-1992 Corazon Aquino

1992-1998 Fidel Ramos
1998-2001 Joseph Estrada
2001-2010 Gloria Macapagal- Arroyo
2010-2016 Benigno Simeon Aquino III
2016-Present Rodrigo Duterte
The term of Duterte will end on or before June 30, 2022. The term “before“ states
that Duterte can be impeached during his term of office.

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