Why Jose Rizal was shot twice?

Jose Rizal was shot twice on December 30, 1896, as part of his execution by firing squad in Manila. The first shot was intended to kill him, but it struck his back, and he fell to the ground. The second shot was fired to ensure he was dead, as the executioners wanted to confirm his death. His execution was a pivotal moment in Philippine history, symbolizing the struggle for independence from Spanish colonial rule.