Constitution of Philippines
Begins a 14 year dictatorship
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1972 in Philippines
Explore 7 historical events and records for Philippines in 1972.
Historical records for Philippines in 1972
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Coup
Dissolves Congress, suspends habeus corpus & removes freedom of the press. Begins a 14 year dictatorship
Coup
Dissolves Congress, suspends habeus corpus & removes freedom of the press
Deputy Chief of Staff
Appointed Deputy Chief of Staff
Martial Law
Rises to the position of Deputy Chief of Staff of the armed forces
Martial Law
Spports the declaration of martial law
Prime Minister of Philippines
Appointed Prime Minister of the Philippines
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