Ramon Magsaysay
Philippines · Zamboanga PeninsulaPH
President of the Philippines from 1953 to 1957
Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay Sr. was a Filipino politician and military officer who was the seventh president of the Philippines, serving from 1953 until his death in 1957. An automobile mechanic by profession, Magsaysay was appointed military governor of Zambales after his outstanding service as a guerrilla leader during the Pacific War. He then served two terms as Liberal Party congressman for Zambales's at-large district before being appointed Secretary of National Defense by President Elpidio Quirino. He was eventually elected as president under the banner of the Nacionalista Party, the youngest to be elected to the position, and second youngest overall. He was the first Philippine president born in the 20th century and the first to be born after the Spanish colonial era. Magsaysay died in a plane crash on March 17, 1957, in Cebu. His successor, Carlos P. Garcia, assumed the presidency. He is the most recent Philippine president to have died in office.
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- 8.002, 123.509
- Timezone
- Asia/Manila
Overview of Ramon Magsaysay
Ramon Magsaysay is the kind of spot you find in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. Ramon Magsaysay is strongest on culture. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Ramon Magsaysay
Culture in Ramon Magsaysay
(2)Under culture, Ramon Magsaysay is tagged with Cemeteries and Towers. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Ramon Magsaysay's own activity tags.
Getting there & around
Small places like Ramon Magsaysay are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching Zamboanga Peninsula. Time zone: Asia/Manila.
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Places near Ramon Magsaysay that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ramon Magsaysay known for?
- Ramon Magsaysay, in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines, is best known for culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here.
- What can you do in Ramon Magsaysay?
- Recorded activities in Ramon Magsaysay include Cemeteries and Towers. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Ramon Magsaysay located?
- Ramon Magsaysay is located in Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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