Today in Philippine History (Philatelic Edition):
NOVEMBER 16, 1890
Elpidio Rivera Quirino (November 16, 1890 – February 29, 1956), the sixth President of the Philippines and the second President of the Third Republic, was born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur.
He was vice president when Pres. Manuel A. Roxas died. Two days later, he took his oath as president.
He was a teacher, lawyer, member of the House of Representatives representing Ilocos Sur’s 1st district, senator, and Senate President Pro Tempore.
Quirino’s presidency was credited for post war reconstruction, economic gains and increased aid from the United States.
(Design, concept, stamps and research: Richard Allan Uy) All rights reserved
Photo credit: malacanang.gov.ph
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