From My Recent Readings of My Ancestral Roots in Iloilo, Philippines
Today, October 19, marks the 65th death anniversary of Osmeña, who passed away in 1961.
Sharing this genealogical chart tracing the family connections of several Philippine Vice Presidents with roots or ties to Iloilo, including Osmeña.
It is a fascinating reminder of how family histories intertwine with our nation’s political history
Personal Connection: Manuel Javellana and Gertrudiz Lopez were also my great great Grand Parents. Here's my personal ancestral connection via Teofisto Guingona, Jr as shown in the above Chart (middle bottom of Chart).
My Photos of the Day:
Manila had a NEWSPAPER in 1811. America had just 17 states.
Del Superior Gobierno - first newspaper in Southeast Asia, 1811 Manila.
While America was still fighting Britain, Manila had:
Daily news, editorials, public announcements
By the 1840s, Manila had 10+ newspapers
Literacy rate higher than many American statesYour Lolo read news before Abraham Lincoln was even born.
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