Ninoy Aquino

Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. was a prominent Filipino politician and opposition leader during Ferdinand Marcos’ presidency. He strongly opposed Marcos’ dictatorial rule and fought for democracy, often risking his safety. Aquino was imprisoned for nearly seven years but continued advocating for reform. His return to the Philippines in 1983, after exile in the U.S., was a pivotal moment; he was assassinated at Manila Airport, which galvanized the Filipino people against the dictatorship. Ninoy Aquino is remembered as a symbol of courage and resistance, and his legacy helped restore democracy in the Philippines, leading to the peaceful overthrow of Marcos in 1986.