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"In fields of battle, deliriously fighting,
Others give you their lives, without doubt, without regret;
Where there’s cypress, laurel or lily,
On a plank or open field, in combat or cruel martyrdom,
If the home or country asks, it's all the same--it matters not."
- a verse written by Jose Rizal before his excecution in 1986.

The Oblation by Guillermo Tolentino

Roland Dantes (bodybuilder, martial artist, actor)
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🇵🇭Mr. Philippines Title (1969-1980)
🌟4th place in the 1969 Mr Universe
🌍Competed in multiple Mr Universe and Mr World competitions
🥋Grandmaster of Filipino Martial Arts
🎬One of Philippines' most renowned actors
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Born in 1945 in the city of Cotabato, Dantes took up bodybuilding at the age of 18 and won his first major competition claiming the Mr Novice Title in 1965. Later, Dantes won the "Mr. Philippines" bodybuilding title five times between 1969-1980. He also competed internationally. In 1969, Dantes competed against a young Arnold Schwarzenegger and placed fourth place in his first Mr Universe. Dantes went on to place in the top five at several more Mr Universe events up until the early 1980s. 🌟💥
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Aside from bodybuilding , Dantes was a grandmaster in Filipino martial arts (Arnis, Kali). He served as an advisor for the Philippine army and helped promote the art of Modern Arnis in different parts of the country. He would serve as the President and Chairman of the Philippine Council of Kali Eskrima Arnis Masters in 2005. He would promote Filipino Martial Arts until well onto his 60's. 👊🏽
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During and after his bodybuilding career , Dantes went on to the entertainment business becoming a well known Filipino actor. Dantes was famous for his leading role in the Hollywood production of “The Pacific Connection”. Other films included "Angelfist" and "Arnis: The Sticks Of Death". 📽
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On March 16, 2009, Dantes would pass due to heart complications, leaving back a legacy that will be remembered by his students and Filipinos everywhere.
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Roland Dantes is 🇵🇭💪🏾


@ Cotabato City

through heritage and bond .