Leona Florentino
(1849-1884)

First poetess of the Philippines. Born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, on April 19, 1849. Her poems were given international recognition at the Exposicion in Madrid in 1887 and in Paris in 1889. Died on October 4, 1884.

Source:http://park.org/Philippines/centennial/heroes07.htm