Ramon Magsaysay

Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay was born on August 31, 1907 in Iba, Zambales. He was the seventh President of the Philippines, serving from December 30, 1953 until his death in a plane crash on March 17, 1957 (aged 49) in Manunggal, Balamban, Cebu.

An estimated 2 million people attended Magsaysay 's burial on March 31, 1957. He was posthumously referred to by the people the "Idol of the Masses''.

An automobile mechanic, Magsaysay was appointed military governor of Zambales after his outstanding service as a guerilla leader during the Pacific War. He then served two terms as Liberal Party congressman for Zambales before being appointed as Secretary of National Defense by President Elpidio Quirino. He was elected President under the banner of the Nacionalista Party. He was the first Philippine President born during the 20th century.