Why is Jose Rizal famous?

Answer 1

Jose Rizal was an author and the soul of the Philippines movement to be independent of Spain. Riots had broken out and Spain executed Jose Rizal hoping to stop the rebellions.

Answer 2

Jose Rizal is famous for his role in the Philippine revolution against Spanish colonial rule in the late 19th century. He was a writer, poet, and national hero who used his literary works to expose the injustices of Spanish colonization and inspire Filipinos to fight for independence. Rizal's execution in 1896 fueled the revolution and his martyrdom continues to be commemorated in the Philippines today.