Raha Sulayman was the last native ruler of Maynilad (Manila) who studied at the University of Santo Tomas and passed the bar exam in 1902. He was a politician, authoring the original Manila City Charter in 1908, and the first Filipino director of the Philippine Library and Museum. The statue depicts him with a dignified expression and traditional armor, representing his role as the last native ruler of Manila.

1. The RahaSulayman

3. Made by AnastacioCaedo (1987)Made to look with restraint, fortitude and dignity.Defined by intricate native armor and KrisParade rest position, face impassive, and eyes staring straight ahead

4. last native ruler of Maynilad.studied at the San Juan de Letranwhere he completed his Bachelor of Arts in 1889 At University of Santo Tomas, he took up medicine but later shifted to law and philosophy and letters. He passed the bar examination in 1902.Raha Sulayman

5. Writer of secret society called it the “Academy of Spanish Language and Literature.”a politicianA delegate for MindoroIn 1908, he authored Act No. 176, the original Manila City Charter. known as the “Father of Manila’s City Charter.” He was the first Filipino director of the Philippine Library and Museum.

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