ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

National hero of the Philippines

Okay kiddo, let's talk about a really special person in the Philippines called a national hero! A national hero is someone who did something really important for their country and is remembered and appreciated by lots of people.

One of the most famous national heroes in the Philippines is named Jose Rizal. Jose Rizal did a lot of things to help his country and his people. He was a writer who wrote stories and books that made people think about how their country could be better. He also believed that education was really important, especially for his fellow Filipinos who were being treated unfairly by the people who controlled the country at that time.

Jose Rizal showed people that they didn't have to be afraid to speak out and stand up for what they believed in, even if it was risky. Sadly, he was punished for his ideas and actions and eventually was executed. But even though he died, his ideas and influence lived on and he became a symbol of hope and courage for many Filipinos.

That's why we remember and honor Jose Rizal as a national hero. He showed us that one person really can make a big difference, and that even though it might be hard, we should always try to do what's right and best for our country and our people.