Biography of melchora aquino

Melchora Aquino (January 6, – Febru) was a Filipino revolutionary. She became known as " Tandang Sora " ("tandang" meaning "old") because of her old age during the Philippine Revolution (). Melchora Aquino de Ramos lived from January 6, , until Febru. Due to her advanced age during the Philippine Revolution, Aquino became known as “Tandang Sora” (or “Elder Sora”) She earned the titles “Mother of Balintawak” and “Grand Woman of the Revolution” for her achievements. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
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 de Aquino; married Fulgencio.