Aguinaldo

American

[ah-gee-nahl-daw] / ˌɑ giˈnɑl dɔ /

noun

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

Example Sentences

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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 • Nov. 5, 2025

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

From Washington Post • Feb. 1, 2023

In 1901, Aguinaldo was captured, and the United States declared the war over in 1903.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. speaks during a change of command ceremony at Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, Philippines, August 8, 2022.

From Reuters • Aug. 22, 2022

Here, almost entirely cut off from active participation in the insurrection, Aguinaldo remained until June of 1901, when he was captured by the party of General Funston.

From A History of the Philippines by Barrows, David P.

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