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Carlos P. Romulo (born January 14, 1899, Camiling, Philippines—died December 15, 1985, Manila) was a Philippine general, diplomat, and journalist known for his activities on behalf of the Allies during World War II and his later work with the United Nations.
Diplomatic career. Romulo served eight Philippine presidents, from Manuel L. Quezon to Ferdinand Marcos, as the secretary of foreign affairs of the Philippines and as the country's representative to the United States and to the United Nations (UN).
Carlos P. Romulo has 35 books on Goodreads with 4506 ratings. Carlos P. Romulo’s most popular book is Mga Ibong Mandaragit (Birds of Prey).
Long Reads What I've Learned. The Wisdom of Carlos P. Romulo, First Filipino to Win a Pulitzer Prize. "Most of us view reality through rose-tinted glasses. The problem, therefore, is not in reality but in our glasses." By Esquire Philippines | Apr 18, 2018.
His skill at using words made Romulo the logical choice to become “the Voice of Freedom,” which broadcasted news of the war effort to Filipinos and Americans alike. Often contrary to Japanese propaganda, Romulo’s reports earned the ire of the enemy, who put a price on his head.
May 14, 2018 · Carlos P. Romulo (1899-1985) was an author and the foremost diplomat of the Philippines. He was the only Filipino journalist to win the Pulitzer Prize and the first Asian to serve as president of the UN General Assembly (1949).
Carlos Peña Romulo, QSC PLH (14 January 1898 – 15 December 1985) was a Filipino diplomat, statesman, soldier, journalist and author. He was a reporter at 16, a newspaper editor by the age of 20, and a publisher at 32.
