Jose Maria Panganiban Monument

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in front of the Gabaldon building of the Naga Central School I
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Erected in 1930, the Jose Maria Monument serves as a reminder of the hero's contribution to the cause of national freedom, and as an inspiration for the youth.

The Jose Maria Panganiban Monument stands proudly in front of the Gabaldon building at Naga Central School 1 in Naga City. Erected in 1930 by the school’s Parents-Teachers Association, this monument honors the memory of Jose Maria Panganiban, a renowned Filipino propagandist and writer. The monument features a bust of Panganiban dressed in a Western-style coat, flanked by two figures of schoolchildren looking up to him as a symbol of virtue and patriotic idealism. This tribute serves as a reminder of Panganiban’s contributions to the Filipino cause and his enduring legacy in the Bicol region

Significance

Jose Maria Panganiban y Enverga (February 1, 1863 – August 19, 1890) was a prominent Filipino propagandist, linguist, and essayist, renowned for his contributions to La Solidaridad under the pen names “Jomapa” and “J.M.P.” Born in Mambulao (now Jose Panganiban, Camarines Norte), he played a crucial role in the Filipino Propaganda Movement in Spain, advocating for Filipino rights and reforms through his impactful writings.

The JOMAPA Monument at Naga Central School I is a significant tribute to this national hero. Erected before the town of Mambulao was officially renamed Jose Panganiban, the monument stands as the oldest known homage to him. Situated prominently in front of the Gabaldon building, it reflects the deep respect and admiration for Panganiban’s contributions to Filipino society and his enduring legacy in the Bicol region.