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The Life Of Elpidio Quirino


Elpidio Quirino was the sixth president of the Philippines. Born on November 16, 1890, in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, he graduated with a law degree from the University of the Philippines, while his family background was of the poor class.


Quirino initiated his political career by working as a member of the Philippine Legislature. Later he became Senate President, Vice President, and Secretary of Finance and Foreign Affairs. After Manuel Roxas died, Quirino became the president in 1948. During his presidency, he took efforts to rebuild the nation by improving the economy and promoting social programs. People remember him because he helped rebuild the nation in the aftermath of World War II and established diplomatic relations to make the Philippines more formidable in the world.


He is known for starting the Central Bank of the Philippines, helping to build industries, supported housing programs for poor people, and worked for peace and order by offering amnesty to the Huks. His legacy shows how he is committed to his people and hopes for a better and united country.


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Image 1. Retrieved from <https://www.kpbs.org/news/arts-culture/2015/09/03/nhk-world-special-hatred-and-forgiveness>

Image 2. Retrieved from <https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/734/today-in-philippine-history-november-8-1949-sitting-chief-executive-elpidio-quirino-was-elected-formally-as-president>

Image 3. Retrieved from <https://fili02pamumuno.wordpress.com/2016/09/11/elpidio-quirino/>

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