October 31, 1988: Gregorio F. Zaide died at the age of 81

(Gregorio F. Zaide)

On October 31, 1988, Gregorio F. Zaide, internationally known Filipino historian who authored some 67 books which were later adopted as textbooks for high schools and colleges, died at the age of 81.

Zaide, popularly referred to as "Goyo" by his town mates in Pagsanjan, Laguna, was one of the most traveled Filipino historians. He also authored more than 500 articles in history published in both national and international newspapers and academic journals.