Filipino Historian Ambeth R. Ocampo Shares Photo of Jose Rizal’s Brain Fragments
Renowned Filipino historian Ambeth R. Ocampo gives a rare glimpse of Jose Rizal’s brain fragments inside a bottle.
Renowned Filipino historian Ambeth R. Ocampo has unveiled a fascinating artifact from Philippine history—a bottle containing brain fragments believed to belong to the national hero, Jose Rizal. These fragments were carefully preserved by Rizal’s sister, Saturnina.
According to Ocampo, the chipped bone fragment within the bottle is believed to be the exact spot where the fatal bullet struck Jose Rizal on December 30, 1896. “I presume the fragments were formerly preserved in alcohol that has since dried up,” Ocampo wrote.
The historian’s discovery sheds new light on the tragic events surrounding Rizal’s execution.
Ambeth Ocampo is widely known for his meticulous research and profound understanding of Philippine history. His work has allowed him to uncover lesser-known details and provide fresh perspectives on the lives of notable figures like Jose Rizal.
In this particular case, Ocampo acknowledges that he is still in the process of unraveling the full story and context behind this intriguing relic.
Ocampo has expressed his gratitude towards Dr. Francis Navarro, Director of the Ateneo de Manila University Archives for showing him the relics.
The brain fragments serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and struggles endured by Jose Rizal, who played a significant role in the Philippines’ fight for independence from Spanish colonial rule.
Rizal, a polymath, was not only a writer and a national hero but also an influential advocate for reforms during a critical period in Philippine history.
Here is the full post:
“Fragments of Jose Rizal’s brain.
Most of Rizal’s mortal remains are buried under the monument in Luneta. Except a bit of his backbone preserved in Fort Santiago. The chipped bone is believed to be the spot where the bullet hit him on December 30, 1896. I did not know till recently that Rizal’s eldest sister Saturnina kept fragments of the hero’s brain in a bottle. I presume the fragments were formerly preserved in alcohol that has since dried up.
Still researching the story and context of this relic.
Thanks to Britz Hamoy for the lead, and to Dr. Francis Navarro, Director of the Ateneo de Manila University Archives for showing this to me.”
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