Apolinario Mabini

Filipino lawyer and 1st Prime Minister

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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