How did President Magsaysay die?
Natural causes
In an aircraft disaster
Assassination
Car accident
Answer
President Magsaysay tragically perished in an aircraft disaster. The plane carrying him and his entourage crashed on Mount Manunggal in Cebu, Philippines, on March 17, 1957. The cause of the crash remains uncertain, with theories ranging from pilot error to sabotage. The accident sent shockwaves through the nation, as Magsaysay was a beloved and charismatic leader who had brought hope and progress to the Philippines during his presidency.
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