Ferdinand E. Marcos Ferdinand E. Marcos (September 11, 1917– September 28, 1989), lawyer, soldier, legislator, twice elected President of the Philippines (1965, 1969), dictator, 1972-86. All Posts Diary of Ferdinand E. Marcos Feb. 5, 1973 Monday PrevPreviousJan. 29, 1973, 1:00 am Jan. 30th NextFeb. 7, 1973 WednesdayNext Ferdinand E. Marcos