Aguinaldo

American  

[ah-gee-nahl-daw] / ˌɑ giˈnɑl dɔ /

noun

1. Emilio 1869–1964, Filipino leader during the Spanish-American war: opposed to U.S. occupation.

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Example Sentences

Not until 1901 did U.S. forces succeed in capturing Aguinaldo after a daring operation involving deceit and disguises.

From The Wall Street Journal

The decision McKinley made afterward to claim the entire Pacific archipelago disappointed the Philippine rebel leader Emilio Aguinaldo’s hopes for independence.

From The Wall Street Journal

The Philippine-American War, as it became known, proved far bloodier than its precursor, especially once Aguinaldo turned to guerrilla tactics.

From The Wall Street Journal

Congressman Aguinaldo Ribeiro, the lawmaker in charge of the working group report, said the lower house of Congress would vote on a bill in the first week of July, citing a timeline approved by House Speaker Arthur Lira.

From Reuters

Outside Camp Aguinaldo, where Austin met Galvez, several dozen people gathered Thursday afternoon to protest the new agreement.

From Washington Post