In the Philippines under Martial Law, Former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr. stood as a key opposition figure to the regime of President Ferdinand Marcos. On November 25, 1977, Aquino was found guilty by the Philippine Military Commission No. 2 on charges that included subversion, which was common used against dissenters during this tumultuous period in Philippine history. The military tribunal sentenced Aquino to death by firing squad, reflecting the intense political repression that characterized Marcos's rule. The commission's decision was met with domestic and international criticism, highlighting the erosion of civil liberties in the country. Aquino, previously a senator who opposed Marcos, had been detained since 1972 and became a symbol of resistance against martial law. The trial's proceedings were marred by allegations of unfairness, lack of due process, and transparency, raising questions about the legitimacy of the military's hold on power. His eventual execution would take place years later, becoming a flashpoint for activism and mobilization against the Marcos dictatorship and significantly impacting the political landscape in the Philippines. The fallout from his sentence and eventual assassination galvanized a movement that led to the People Power Revolution.