José Paciano Laurel y García was a Filipino politician, lawyer, and judge, who served as the President of the Japanese-occupied Second Philippine Republic, a puppet state during World War II, from 1943 to 1945. Since the administration of President Diosdado Macapagal (1961–1965), Laurel has been officially recognized by later administrations as a former president of the Philippines.
Laurel in 1943
The Pres. Jose P. Laurel Memorial Shrine in Tanauan, Batangas, where Laurel was born
Laurel in 1922, when he was an attorney.
Former Supreme Court Justice Jose P. Laurel takes his oath of office as the 3rd president of the Philippines and 1st president of the Japanese-sponsored Second Philippine Republic.
The Knights of Rizal is an Order of Chivalry from the Philippines, created to honor and uphold the ideals of Philippine national hero José Rizal.
Knight Insignia, The Order of the Knights of Rizal
Knights of Rizal Centennial Stamp