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Americans promoted José Rizal as a national hero to foster a sense of national identity and unity in the Philippines during their colonial administration. By highlighting Rizal's advocacy for education, reform, and peaceful nationalism, they aimed to present him as a model of civic virtue and enlightenment. This portrayal helped legitimize American rule by aligning it with the values of democracy and progress, while also minimizing the revolutionary aspects of his legacy. Ultimately, Rizal's image was used to encourage a more cooperative relationship between the Filipinos and their new American rulers.

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