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. 3, 1975 Monday PrevPreviousSept. 3, 4 and 5, 1974 NextFeb. 4, 1975 TuesdayNext Ferdinand E. Marcos