José Rizal was executed by Spanish colonial authorities for sedition on December 30, 1896. Although he had no direct involvement in the Katipunan revolt, officials viewed his writings as dangerous. His execution galvanized Filipino nationalism and convinced many that independence from Spain had become the only viable path toward freedom.
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