Jos RizalRizal Mercado y Alonzo Realonda, José Protasio

(1861-1896)

José Protacio Rizal Mercado y Alonso Realonda (June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896), is the most venerated and acclaimed patriot in the Philippines recognized for his unselfish and non-violent contributions to the historical and social transformations in the country.