Tandang Sora

About

Filipino revolutionary widely known as the "Mother of Balintawak" and "Grand Woman of the Revolution." She is remembered for providing shelter, food, and medical care to wounded and hungry rebels throughout the fight against Spanish colonial rule and she has since become a nationally beloved symbol of resistance and strength. 

Before Fame

She never attended school as a child but learned to read at a young age. She was a talented singer and was frequently chosen to perform at local events as well as the Mass for her Church. 

Trivia

After she was arrested by the civil guard in 1896, she was held captive before being transferred to Bilibid Prison in Manila. There, she was interrogated but refused to disclose any information.

Family Life

She was born Melchora Aquino to Juan and Valentino Aquino. After her husband, Fulgencio Ramos, passed away, she was forced to become a single parent to their six children.

Associated With

She is widely honored as the "Grand Woman of the Philippine Revolution," just as Andres Bonifacio y Decastro is revered as its "Father."