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Alfaro

American  
[ahl-fah-raw] / ɑlˈfɑ rɔ /

noun

  1. (Flavio) Eloy 1864–1912, Ecuadorian political leader: president 1897–1901, 1907–11.


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Authorities identified him as Hector Lionel Alfaro, 52.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2026

The ambassador for Panama, Eloy Alfaro de Alba, expressed concern about US plans to work with the existing regime, without involving the opposition or holding fresh elections.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

It was not made clear if Alfaro made any in-person contact with minors.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2025

Hope Alfaro, 39, was born and raised in North Carolina.

From Slate • Oct. 30, 2024

General Alfaro then assumed dictatorial powers as supreme chief of the nation, continuing in this capacity until the 6th of February 1897, on which date he was declared to be elected president of the republic.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 10 "Echinoderma" to "Edward" by Various

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