Seventh President of the Philippines
30 December 1953 – 17 March 1957
Ramon del Fierro Magsaysay was the seventh president of the Philippines. President Magsaysay’s life is a testament to man’s ability to harness his greatness of spirit. He was one of the most outstanding global leaders of his time.
Pres. Ramon Magsaysay commanded the admiration, respect and affection of people because he was a simple, humble man; because he cared for all people as individuals and believed in their dignity and importance; and because he had the courage of his convictions.
His objective was to improve the lot of his fellow Filipinos and he approached the task with selfless devotion. He was convinced that the government, to last and to be sound, must have integrity and reflect the will of the people.
A man of greatness of spirit, he saw his fellow human beings born with the right to live in liberty and happiness. He was angered at injustice and the violation of high principles. He worked to build a nation—a world—in which all people were free and lived in honor and peace with one another.
The world is richer and better because Ramon Magsaysay lived. His spirit will continue to be an inspiration. He exemplifies the highest type of leadership.