Melchora Aquino
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This article is about the national hero also known as Tandang Sora. For the road, see Tandang Sora Avenue.
Melchora Aquino (January 6, 1812 – February 19, 1919) was a Filipino revolutionary. She became known as "Tandang Sora" ("tandang" meaning "old") because of her age during the Philippine Revolution.
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Melchora Aquino | |
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Born | Melchora Aquino (1812-01-06)January 6, 1812[1] |
Died | February 19, 1919(1919-02-19) (aged 107) |
Resting place | Tandang Sora National Shrine, Quezon City |
Nationality | Filipino |
Spouse |
Fulgencio Ramos (died 1856) |
Children | 6 |
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She was known as the "Grand Woman of the Revolution" and the "Mother of Balintawak" for her contributions.