The Last General, By Kara David

Every year, we celebrate events to honor our heroes for the sacrifices, determination, and courage they showed in fighting for our independence from foreign colonizers. From grade school to college, history has always been a part of our education. Historians are dedicated to providing us with a better understanding of historical events so that we can remember and honor these heroes. Kara David's documentary "The Last General" is a 30-minute video that honors one of these figures, considered the last man to surrender to the American colonizers, General Simeon Ola, the man who never lost a battle.

When I was young, I often wondered why we had to study the past. I struggled to recall dates, names, and places. Sometimes, I question whether we truly know all the heroes who fought for our independence. Can we really honor them all? While scrolling through Kara David's documentaries, I came across "The
The use of archival footage, interviews, and reenactments brings the past to life, allowing viewers to connect with the characters and events on a personal level. The narrative is well-paced, keeping the viewer interested throughout. However, Kara David interviews one of General Ola's great-grandchildren, which may introduce some bias into the portrayal of the general. Nevertheless, the documentary sheds light on Ola’s struggles against American forces. In the beginning, he is introduced as the general who was never defeated by the Americans, successfully fighting them for three years through guerilla tactics, bravery, intelligence, and elusiveness. Kara David even explores the caves that General Ola used as headquarters to evade the enemy. The documentary highlights the hardships and sacrifices made in the fight against foreign colonization. Ola's unwavering resistance is a testament to the Filipino people's determination to fight for