He studied at the Ateneo Municipal de Manila for his primary and secondary courses[1] and was granted a scholarship.

During the Philippine Revolution, Calderon ardently supported the revolutionary movement, an organization that aimed to gain independence from Spain.

After the Spanish–American War, the República Filipina (Philippine Republic) was formed during the Malolos Constitution on January 25, 1899.

[5] When the Philippine–American War began, he traveled to Manila where he appeared before the Schurman Commission on April 27, 1899, offering suggestions for the restoration of peace.

His death was caused by intestinal obstruction while his body was weakened due to working long hours.