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Vincente Rama
1887–1956
Remembered as the “Father of Cebu City,” he helped shape modern Cebu through both public service and the written word. He was a legislator, publisher, and Cebuano writer whose career bridged politics, journalism, and literature.
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Larawan: Mga Sugilanon ug Dinalídalí
by Vincente Rama
About the author
Born in Cebu on June 6, 1887, Vicente Rama became one of the most influential public figures in the Visayas. He is best known for authoring the measure that led to Cebu becoming a chartered city in 1936, a milestone that earned him lasting recognition in local history.
He was not only a politician but also a publisher and writer. Rama worked in journalism and wrote in Cebuano, building a reputation as a strong voice in public life while helping develop regional literature and commentary.
Later in his career, he also served in national government, including as a senator. He died on December 24, 1956, but he remains closely associated with Cebu’s civic identity and the growth of Cebuano letters.