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When was Corazon Aquino married?
October 11, 1954 (Benigno S. Aquino Jr.)
Corazon Aquino/Wedding dates
When did Corazon became president?
The Presidency of Corazon Aquino began following the triumph of the peaceful People Power Revolution when Corazon Aquino became President of the Philippines, and spanned a six-year period from February 25, 1986, to June 30, 1992.
What political party is Cory Aquino?
PDP–Laban
Corazon Aquino/Parties
Why did Cory Aquino run for president?
After the assassination of her husband on 21 August 1983, she emerged as leader of the opposition against the president. In late 1985, Marcos called for a snap election, and Aquino ran for president with former Senator Salvador Laurel as her running mate for vice president.
Who is the first female president of the Philippines?
Corazon Aquino was the first female president of the Philippines….Corazon Aquino.
| Her Excellency Corazon C. Aquino CCLH | |
|---|---|
| In office February 25, 1986 – June 30, 1992 | |
| Prime Minister | Salvador Laurel (25 February 1986 – 25 March 1986) |
| Vice President | Salvador Laurel |
| Preceded by | Ferdinand Marcos |
Why did Cory Aquino run for President?
What is the role of Corazon Aquino?
Corazon Aquino was the most prominent figure of the 1986 People Power Revolution, which ended the two-decade rule of President Ferdinand Marcos and led to the establishment of the current democratic Fifth Philippine Republic. Prior to her election as president, Aquino had not held any elected office.
Who is the real 1st president of the Philippines?
President Emilio Aguinaldo is the inaugural holder of the office and held the position until March 23, 1901, when he was captured by the Americans during the Philippine-American War.
Who named the Philippines?
King Philip II
The Philippines are named after King Philip II (1527-1598) of Spain. The country was discovered by the Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan in 1521 (while in Spanish service). Later tension arose between Portugal and Spain and in 1542 Spain re-claimed the islands for themselves, naming them after its then king.