Martyrdom_of_Rizal in bagumbayan or luneta now

A summaries of rizal

1. The Martyrdom of José Rizal A National Hero's Sacrifice for Philippine Freedom

2. Background • José Rizal: Filipino nationalist, reformist, writer • Novels: Noli Me Tangere ('Touch Me Not') and El Filibusterismo ('The Subversive') • Advocated peaceful reform, not armed revolution • Founded La Liga Filipina ('The Philippine League') in 1892 • Exiled to Dapitan for four years

3. Arrest and Trial • Arrested: November 3, 1896, Fort Santiago, Manila • Charges: Rebelión (Rebellion), Sedición (Sedition), Asociación ilícita (Illegal Association) • Accused of inspiring the Philippine Revolution • Biased trial; sentenced to death by fusilamiento (firing squad)

4. Rizal’s Last Days • Wrote farewell letters to his family • Composed Mi Último Adiós ('My Last Farewell') • Expressed love for the Philippines and readiness to die • Hoped his death would inspire freedom

5. Execution: December 30, 1896 • Walked from Fort Santiago to Bagumbayan (now Rizal Park) • Refused blindfold; wanted to face his executioners • At 7:03 a.m., shot by firing squad • Turned to face the rising sun as he fell • Tiro de gracia (final shot of mercy) ensured death

6. Aftermath and Legacy • Rizal’s martyrdom fueled Filipino nationalism • Sparked unity in the Philippine Revolution • December 30 observed as Rizal Day (national holiday) • Monuments honor him, especially Rizal Park in Manila • Symbol of peaceful reform, sacrifice, and independence