Josephine Bracken
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Marie Josephine Leopoldine Bracken was the common-law wife of Filipino nationalist José Rizal during his exile in Dapitan. Hours before Rizal's execution on December 30, 1896, the couple were allegedl
A studio portrait of Bracken in Filipino attire, 1896
A copy of Bracken's baptismal certificate
José Rizal, writer and national hero of the Philippines
The title page of a Spanish edition of the Imitation of Christ that was Rizal's wedding and parting gift to his wife. His dedication is written in English.
Dapitan
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Dapitan, officially the City of Dapitan, is a component city in the province of Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 87,699 people.
Josephine Bracken
…Marie Josephine Leopoldine Bracken (August 9, 1876 – March 14, 1902) was the common-law wife of Filipino nationalist José Rizal during his exile in Dapitan. Hours before Rizal's execution on December 30, 1896, the couple were allegedly married at Fort Santiago following Rizal's alleged reconciliation with…
Dapitan Church facade
Dakak Park & Beach Resort
Liwasan ng Dapitan Park
Jose Rizal Park and Shrine