FROM DAPITAN TO
TRIAL FORT IN
SANTIAGO
By Lea [Link]
Dr. Jose Rizal, the national hero of the
Philippines, was not only a brilliant
thinker and prolific writer but also a
steadfast advocate of peaceful reform
during the Spanish colonial period. His
exile in Dapitan from 1892 to 1896
marked a significant chapter in his life
—one that reflected his unwavering
dedication to education, public service,
and scientific progress, even under
political persecution.
Departure from Dapitan (July 31,1896)
Dumaguete - Where he treated a sick Gruadia Civil.
Cebu - Where he performed Medical Operations
Iloilo - Saw Mactan Island, Went shopping, Admired Molo Church
Capiz and Romblon - Made brief stops, Rizal observed towns, little
interaction
Attempted Rescue by the Katipuneros
As the ship neared Luzon, Katipuneros Tried to rescue Rizal.
Emilio Jacinto- disguised himself as a crew member
Guillermo Masankay - circled the ship in a boat
Rizal Refused the Rescue, staying true to his Mission to serve in Cuba.
Rizal’s Arrival and Detention August 6, 1896
Rizal arrived in Manila on August 19, 1896, the
August 6, 1896, a day after the Katipunan’s plan to revolt
mail boat Isla de Luzon left for was discovered after Teodoro
Spain. He stayed in Manila Patiño confessed to Padre
waiting for the next steamer Mariano Gil. Many
and requested to be isolated Katipuneros were arrested.
from everyone except his
family. The government
moved him to the cruiser
Castilla in Cavite.
Rizal’s Arrival and Detention August 6, 1896
Governor-general
Andres Bonifacio August 29 and 30,
blanco, to declare a
led the Katipunan Katipuneros attacked the
state of war in
to immediately Civil Guard in Pasig and
Manila and seven
start the armed the Spanish soldiers
nearby provinces. On
revolt. To show guarding the powder
August 30, Blanco
their magazine in San Juan.
sent letters clearing
commitment, the About 150 Katipuneros
Rizal of any
members tore were killed and over 200
involvement in the
their cedulas were captured after
revolution.
Spanish reinforcements
arrived.
Rizal's Journey and Arrest in Barcelona (1896)
September 2 - He was transported to the ship Isla de Panay.
Rizal was advised by fellow Filipinos, Don Pedro Roxas and Don Manuel
Camus, to stay in Singapore.
Rizal trusted Blanco’s assurances and continued his journey.
Unknown to Rizal, Blanco and Spanish officials were planning his arrest
once the ship reached Barcelona.
He was officially confined to his cabin as the ship made its way towards
Malta on September 30, 1896.
Arrival in Barcelona
The Isla de Panay anchored in Barcelona on October 3, 1896.
October 6, Rizal was transported to Monjuich Fortress.
General Despujol informed him he would be sent back toManila.
Taken aboard the Ship Colon, guarded and handcuffed
Last Homecoming and Trial in Fort Santiago
(Imprisonment-Nov.3, 1896)
Rizal arrived in Manila as a Prisoner.
Jailed in Fort Santiago.
Filipino, including Paciano. were tortured to implicate him.
Preliminary Investigation (Nov 20-26, 1896)
Rizal was interrogated By [Link] Olive, shown
Letters,Poems,and Katipunan Speeches, and testimonies from
Filipinos linked him to the revolution, but he denied the charges
and was not allowed to defend himself or question the
witnesses.
Formal Charges and Defense
(December 8-11, 1896)
Lt. Luis Taviel De Andrade
Dec. 11 - Accused of founding
illegal organizations and
inciting rebellion.
La Liga Filipina was a civic
organization.
Lt. Luis Taviel De Andrade
Change in Governor-General (December 13, 1896)
Governor Ramon Blanco
was replaced by Camilo De
Polavieja, a harsher and
more ruthless leader. This
change ultimately sealed
Camilo Polavieja y del Castillo, Rizal's fate. Ramón Blanco Erenas Riera y Polo,
Marques de Polavieja 1st Marquess of Peña Plata
(1838–1914) (September 15, 1833 –
April 4, 1906)
José Rizal's Manifesto (December 15, 1896)
Rizal called for an End to the Uprising.
He believed freedom should be achieved through Educational
and Hard working. He did not support violence or revolution.
Governor- General Polovieja banned the manifesto, thinking it
still supported rebellion.
Rizal's Trial in the Kangaroo Court
(December 26, 1896)
The trial began at Cuartel De España.
Seven Military officers served as judges.
Prosecutor Enrique De Alcocer requested the Death Penalty.
Rizal’s defense lawyer, Luis Taviel De Andrade.
Death Sentence and Execution Order
(December 26-28, 1896)
Rizal was found guilty of Rebellion,Sedition and Conspiracy.
The court ordered his execution by Firing Squad.
December 28, Governor-General Polavieja signed the death sentence.
Execution was scheduled for December 30,7:00 am at Bagumbayan
(Luneta).
Rizal was required to sign his own death sentence.
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