Historical Events tagged with "climaco"

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Politics & Government

Assassination of Zamboanga City Mayor Climaco

November 14th, 1984 40 years ago

Cesar Climaco, a vocal critic of President Ferdinand Marcos, was assassinated in Zamboanga City, Philippines, amidst a turbulent political climate. Known for his opposition to Marcos' regime and advocacy for local governance, Climaco's murder shocked the community and highlighted the dangers faced by political figures in the era of Martial Law. His assassination was a significant moment in the ongoing struggle for democracy in the Philippines during the 1980s.

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