Tribute to Jose Rizal
William B. Lewis
The Ambassador of Filipino Music, Art and Dances
"A man who never quits is never defeated!"
Tagumpay!
Jose Rizal ... "The Filipino George Washington."
Poems - Maria Clara and Virgin Mary by Jose Rizal
Sweet are the hours in one's own Native Land,
All there is friendly o'er which the sun shines above;
Vivifying is the breeze that wafts over her fields;
Even death is gratifying and more tender is love.
Ardent kissed on a mother's lips are at play,
On her lap, upon the infant child's awakening,
The extended arms do seek her neck to entwine,
And the eyes at each other's glimpse are smiling.
It is sweet to die in one's own Native Land,
All there is friendly o'er which the sun shines above;
And deathly is the breeze for one without
A country, without a mother and without love.
Mary, sweet peace, solace dear
Of pained mortal ! You're the fount
Whence emanates the stream of succor,
That without cease our soil fructifies.
From thy throne, from heaven high,
Kindly hear my sorrowful cry!
And may thy shining veil protect
My voice that rises with rapid flight.
Thou art my Mother, Mary, pure;
Thou'll be the fortress of my life;
Thou'll be my guide on this angry sea.
If ferociously vice pursues me,
If in my pains death harasses me,
Help me, and drive away my woes!
Eternal Flame, Pacific War Memorial on Corregidor Island
"I die as I see tints on the sky b'gin to show" - Rizal 1896
Jose Rizal - Hero of the Philiippines
June 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896
Shot by the Spanish at Bagumbayan Field
The bombed out Church on Corregidore
"The glory of saving a country is not for him who has contributed to its ruin." Jose Rizal
Bagumbayan Field is now Rizal Park, Manila, R.P.
The mile long middle-side barracks
"You must shatter the vase to spread its perfume, and smite the rock to get the spark." Jose Rizal
Carolina
" He who does not know how to look back at where he came from will never get to his destination." Jose Rizal
Bill's catch while fishing in his boat in the Puget Sound near the Tacoma Narrrows Bridge. The King Salmon was caught and released.
" No good water comes from a muddy spring. No sweet fruit comes from a bitter seed" Jose Rizal
This was a special victory message to Mr. Saddam Hussein written by the Vet. Photog. on a 2,000 lb LGB bomb that was dropped on Iraq.
Bill with friends Chuck and Ernie in San Diego Ca.
Filipino cultural photograph displaying heritage costumes representing all parts of the Philippines.
Due to overwhelming requests, this image is available for printing with free shipping. Prices start at $50 for a 16 x 20 with proceeds going to a dance troupe in the Philippines
"I die without seeing the dawn brighten over my native land. You who have it to see, welcome it–and forget not those who have fallen during the night!" Jose Rizal
Example of Maria Clara Beauty as described in Jose Rizal's novels. Carol has displayed her grace and beauty in many cultural performances as part of the Filipinas Performing arts of Washington State (FPAWS) and the Filipino American Association of North Puget Sound (FAANPS). Carol represents the Maria Clara Beauty and lives the dream most girls from the Philippines strive for in the form of traditional family values displaying proper behavior and class.
View the Veteran Photographer's Videos of Dr. Rizal's execution site
http://www.youtube.com/user/VeteranPhotographer
Carol with Hawaii's North Shore in the Background
Corregidore Island
Fort Wint Grande Island Philippines. This fort was evacuated when the Japanese Invaded the Philippines for strategic reasons December 23, 1941. Guns fired upon some Japanese positions and sank one vessel. Guns remaining on the Island include two M 1905 6 inch disappearig rifles. Removed weapons include two 10" M 1901s, three 3-inch M1903s and one 3-Inch MK VI.
Photograph of Bataan Peninsula on Luzon framed by a window on Middle Side Barracks-Corregidore
Rifle M 1901 on display at Battery Worth, Fort Casey, Coupeville, WA. This rifle and two three-inch rapid fire types were removed in the 1960's from Ft Wint, Grande Island and placed on display at Whidbey Island, Washington.
Grande Island is a short boat ride from the SBMA
Carol presented with American flag for her support of the Vet. Photographer's career for 25 years.
Retirement flag presentation to his mom Alice
CTTCS (ret) Graydon Lewis (Vet. Phot. father) presented with flag for his 22 years of service
Vet. Photographer presents flowers to his bride Carol during his retirement ceremony
With bride Carol
A final solute to over 26 years of service.
Disney World Florida
Disney World Florida
Fireworks July 4th Oregon Coast, Yachats Beach
Carol with Jasper while boating in Oregon...
