Apolinario Mabini
Filipino lawyer and 1st Prime Minister
Born
July 23rd, 1864
160 years ago
Died
May 13th, 1903
121 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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A lawyer and politician, served as the first Prime Minister of the Philippines in 1899 during the Philippine-American War. Contributed to the drafting of the Malolos Constitution, establishing a democratic government. Advocated for Philippine independence and served as an adviser to President Emilio Aguinaldo, despite being paralyzed from poliomyelitis. His writings and political ideas emphasized nationalism and self-governance.
First Prime Minister of the Philippines
Drafted the Malolos Constitution
Advised Emilio Aguinaldo during the war
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