DID YOU KNOW: Rafael de Echague became governor general of PH in 1862 | Inquirer ºÚÁÏÉç

ºÚÁÏÉç

DID YOU KNOW: Rafael de Echague became governor general of PH in 1862

/ 05:00 AM July 09, 2018

Rafael de Echague became governor general of the Philippines on July 9, 1862. One of his greatest achievements was reforming education through the royal decree of Dec. 10, 1863 which implemented an education system that emphasized compulsory primary education, consolidation of the Spanish language and culture, and dignified teacher remuneration. Echague was also the first Spanish governor to occupy Malacañang Palace after an earthquake in 1863 leveled Palacio del Gobernador. —MARIELLE MEDINA, INQUIRER RESEARCH

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the and acknowledge that I have read the .

EDITORS' PICK
www
usa
globalnation
business
cebudailynews
entertainment
TAGS: History

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the and acknowledge that I have read the .

© Copyright 1997-2025 ºÚÁÏÉç | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies.