Brief history of melchora aquino

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Revolution changes a nation and along with it, brings out the best in its men and women. There have been countless stories of extraordinary courage and heroism throughout our nation’s history. But none so inspiring as the life of Melchora Aquino (A.k.a. Tandang Sora) who at the age of 84 joined and participated in revolutionary activities that marked the Filipino’s colonial past. It has been etched in history that in her native town, Tandang Sora operated a small store which became a refuge for the sick and wounded revolutionaries. Without fear for her life and the consequences brought about by her actions, she fed, gave medical attention to and encouraged the revolutionaries with motherly advice and prayers. She also volunteered her own abode to be the venue of secret meetings of the “Katipuneros” (revolutionaries). These actions would spell death if caught by the colonial government of that time. Tandang Sora’s selfless commitment to the cause of the revoluti

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Aquino, Melchora (–)

Philippine heroine considered "Mother of the Philippine Revolution." Name variations: known as Matandang Sora or Tandang Sora. Pronunciation: Ah-KEEN-o. Born in barrio Banlat, Caloocan, Rizal (now part of Quezon City), on January 6, ; died in Pasong Tamo, in February or March ; daughter of Juan Aquino (a farmer) and Valentina dem Aquino; married Fulgencio Ramos; children: Juan, Simon, Epifania (also seen as Estefania), Saturnina, Romualdo, and Juana.

Melchora Aquino led a normal life until she was well into her 80s, when she became a political revolutionary. In her early years, she was known in her by as a medicine woman who helped her neighbors with minor illnesses and injuries. Her marriage to Fulgencio Ramos (who would become a barrio captain) produced six children before Fulgencio's untimely death left her a widow. With a large family to support, she took over the management of the family farm and other business interests entrusted to her. Working

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Melchora Aquino

Filipino revolutionary known for medically aiding revolutionaries

This article is about the national hero also known as Tandang Sora. For the road, see Tandang Sora Avenue.

Melchora Aquino
Born	Melchora Aquino ()January 6, [1] Banlat, Kalookan, Manila, Captaincy General of the Philippines, Spanish Empire
Died	February 19, () (aged&#;) Banlat, Kalookan, Rizal, Insular Government of the Philippine Islands
Resting place	Tandang Sora National Shrine, Quezon City
Nationality	Filipino
Spouse	Fulgencio Ramos &#; (died&#;)&#;
Children	6

Melchora Aquino (January 6, – February 19, ) was a Filipino revolutionary. She became known as "Tandang Sora" ("tandang" meaning "old") because of her old age during the Philippine Revolution (). She was also known as the "Grand Woman of the Revolution" and the "Mother of Balintawak" for her contributions.

Early life and marriage

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