Table of Contents
- 1 What was the contribution of the former Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay to science and technology?
- 2 Why is President Magsaysay considered as the most loved president of the republic *?
- 3 What is the main goal of Hukbalahap in fighting the Japanese forces?
- 4 What were Emilio Aguinaldo’s achievements?
- 5 What are the challenges faced by President Magsaysay during his presidency?
- 6 How did Magsaysay contribute to the development of agrarian sector?
What was the contribution of the former Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay to science and technology?
Magsaysay worked in the private sector, including having pioneered the cable television industry in the country in the 1970s–ultimately being deemed the Father of Cable Television in the Philippines.
Why is President Magsaysay considered as the most loved president of the republic *?
President Magsaysay was so loved by the masses because he didn’t think highly of himself. He earned people’s trust because of his humility and sincerity to address the needs of ordinary citizens. Unlike other politicians, Magsaysay refused to name towns, bridges, avenues, and plazas after him.
When was Ramon Magsaysay president of the Philippines?
December 30, 1953 – March 17, 1957
Ramon Magsaysay/Presidential terms
Why is Ramon Magsaysay known as the idol of the masses?
He was considered an honest, true man of the people that often spoke and interacted directly with constituents. Magsaysay and his administration were considered clean, incorruptible, and committed to reform, which ensured his popularity.
What is the main goal of Hukbalahap in fighting the Japanese forces?
The Hukbalahap The ultimate objective of the CPP is the overthrow of the government by a violent revolution. On August 1948, the HMB abolished their attempted reforms by parliamentary processes and began their guerrilla warfare.
What were Emilio Aguinaldo’s achievements?
In 1898, Emilio Aguinaldo achieved independence of the Philippines from Spain and was elected the first president of the new republic under the Malolos Congress. He also led the Philippine-American War against U.S. resistance to Philippine independence.
What is the contribution of Jose Magsaysay in the Philippines?
In 1948, President Manuel Roxas chose Magsaysay to go to Washington, D.C. as Chairman of the Committee on Guerrilla Affairs, to help to secure passage of the Rogers Veterans Bill, giving benefits to Philippine veterans. In the so-called “dirty election” of 1949, he was re-elected to a second term in the House of Representatives.
Who is Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay?
He was posthumously called the “Idol of the Masses”. Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay was born in Iba, Zambales, Philippine Islands, on August 31, 1907 to Exequiel Magsaysay y de los Santos, a blacksmith, and Perfecta del Fierro y Quimson, a schoolteacher.
What are the challenges faced by President Magsaysay during his presidency?
Corruption among cabinet members and the endless attempts to bribe the president were the most common issues of that time where corruptions was very rampant among government officials and President Magsaysay was among the very few who resisted and had zero tolerance against corruption.
How did Magsaysay contribute to the development of agrarian sector?
He also established the Agricultural Credit and Cooperative Financing Administration (ACCFA) to make available rural credits of almost ten million dollars. Magsaysay initiated the formation of Liberty Wells Association that managed to raise a considerable sum for the construction of artesian wells for the development of agrarian sector.