PANDAY PIRA (1488-1576) First Filipino Cannon Maker The ...
PANDAY PIRA (1488-1576) First Filipino Cannon Maker The ...
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historian Jaime de Veyra, “Panday Pira’s cannons are as good as those produced in Spain<br />
and became the official cannon-maker for the Spanish army in the Philippines. His<br />
efforts contributed much to the defense of the islands against sea pirates.”<br />
References:<br />
Quirino, Carlos. Who’s who in Philippine History. Manila: Tahanan Books, 1995.<br />
Zaide, Gregorio F. Great <strong>Filipino</strong>s in History. Manila: Verde Bookstore, 1970.