When was Fidel V. Ramos born?

Fidel V. Ramos was born on 18 March 1928 in Lingayen.

What positions has Fidel V. Ramos held?

Positions held by Fidel V. Ramos include: President of the Philippines (1992–1998); Secretary of National Defense (1988–1991); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (1986–1988); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (1984–1985).

Where did Fidel V. Ramos study?

Fidel V. Ramos was educated at United States Military Academy, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Ateneo de Manila University, University of the Philippines.

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Fidel V. Ramos

President of the Philippines from 1992 to 1998

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Fidel Valdez Ramos (Tagalog: [pɪˈdɛl bɐlˈdɛs ˈɾamos]; March 18, 1928 – July 31, 2022), popularly known as FVR and Eddie Ramos, was a Filipino general and politician who served as the 12th president of the Philippines from 1992 to 1998. He was the only career military officer to reach the rank of five-star general. Rising from second lieutenant to commander-in-chief of the armed forces, Ramos is credited for revitalizing and renewing international confidence in the Philippine economy during his six years in office.

Quick facts

Born: 18 March 1928 wd
Place of birth: Lingayen wd
Died: 31 July 2022 wd
Place of death: Makati Medical Center wd
Citizenship: Philippines wd
Occupation: politician, military personnel, military commander wd
Political party: Lakas–CMD wd
Education: United States Military Academy, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Ateneo de Manila University, University of the Philippines, Centro Escolar University, National Defense College of the Philippines wd
Spouse: Amelita Ramos wd
Official website: rpdev.org wd

Positions held wd

President of the Philippines (30 June 1992 – 30 June 1998)
Secretary of National Defense (22 January 1988 – 18 July 1991)
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (25 February 1986 – 21 January 1988)
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (24 October 1984 – 2 December 1985)

Awards wd

Commander of the Legion of Merit
Félix Houphouët-Boigny Peace Prize (1997)
Legionnaire of Legion of Merit
Collar of the Spanish Order of the Civil Merit (1994)
honorary doctor of the Moscow State Institute of International Relations
Bronze Wolf Award (1993)
Collar of the Order of Charles III (1998)
Philippine Legion of Honor
Order of Sikatuna
Order of Lakandula
Order of the Golden Heart
Order of Civil Merit
Order of Saint Michael and Saint George
Order of Merit
Order of the White Elephant

About

Ramos rose through the ranks in the Philippine military early in his career and became Chief of the Philippine Constabulary and Vice Chief-of-Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines during the term of President Ferdinand Marcos. During the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution, Ramos was hailed as a hero by many Filipinos for his decision to break away from the administration of Marcos, and pledge allegiance and loyalty to the newly established government of President Corazon C. Aquino. Prior to his election as president, Ramos served in the cabinet of President Aquino, first as chief-of-staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and later as Secretary of National Defense from 1986 to 1991. He was credited with the creation of the Philippine Army's Special Forces and the Philippine National Police Special Action Force. After his retirement, he remained active in politics, serving as advisor to his successors.

Ramos died of COVID-19 Omicron variant at the Makati Medical Center in Makati on July 31, 2022, at the age of 94.

Questions

When was Fidel V. Ramos born?: Fidel V. Ramos was born on 18 March 1928 in Lingayen.
What positions has Fidel V. Ramos held?: Positions held by Fidel V. Ramos include: President of the Philippines (1992–1998); Secretary of National Defense (1988–1991); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (1986–1988); Chairman of the Joint Chiefs (1984–1985).
Where did Fidel V. Ramos study?: Fidel V. Ramos was educated at United States Military Academy, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Ateneo de Manila University, University of the Philippines.

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