Ferdinand C. Madrid is the great-grandson of Elias Vargas Madrid, the founder of the Tangcong Vaca Guerrilla Unit during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. Although born in Naga City, he resides in Libmanan, where his family has been established since the 1940s. His ancestral roots are diverse: the Cornejo lineage originates from Batangas and Quezon Province, whereas the Madrid lineage traces back to Canaman, Camarines Sur.

Description and symbolism:

The central charge is the pillar of Our Lady of the Pillar, complete with Marian monogram and cross. The lilies are additional symbols of faith, representing St. Gemma Galgani and St. Joseph. The white scallop shell with red sword-cross is a symbol of St. James the Greater.

The two sheaves of rice recalls the family’s source of livelihood, and the role of the Armiger’s town of residence in the rice agricultural industry.

The demi-lion symbolizes fortidude, courage and leadership, while the golden incense burner represents the lifting up of prayers (“Let my prayer arise before You as incense”), liturgical fidelity and a life dedicated to the service of the altar.

Blazon: Shield: Azure, between in chief two garden lilies slipped and leaved and in base an escallop Argent charged with a cross of St. James Gules, a pall reversed Sable edged Argent charged with a pillar ensigned by a Marian monogram and cross and two garbs of rice Argent.

Crest: A demi-lion rampant Azure bearing a thurible Or fumant Proper.

Motto: Discere et crescere (“To learn and to grow”).

Assumed/granting authority: Assumed, June 1, 2026. Registered, Philippine Armorial, September 7, 2026.

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