José Rizal

Jose Rizal: Jose Rizal, born on June 19, 1861, in Calamba, Philippines, was a Filipino nationalist, writer, and polymath. Rizal's writings, including novels such as Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, exposed the social injustices and abuses of the Spanish colonial government in the Philippines. He used his literary prowess to advocate for reforms and inspire a sense of national identity and pride among his fellow Filipinos. Rizal's contributions to Philippine literature and his fight for independence made him a national hero in the Philippines.