Artigas

American  

[ahr-tee-gahs] / ɑrˈti gɑs /

noun

1. José Gervasio 1764–1850, Uruguayan soldier and patriot.

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Artigas British  

/ ɑːˈtiːɡɑːs /

noun

1. José Gervasio. 1764–1850, the national hero of Uruguay. He fought for Uruguayan independence from Argentina, but was driven into exile in 1820

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Artigas

Kerlis Artigas, 30, is a physician who came from another state as part of the "Pink Brigade," a team of medical specialists and students caring for the injured and donating much-needed medication.

From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026

Gold became one beneficiary of that push because it is liquid, widely accepted and carries no sovereign risk, since it is not issued by any government and is “no one’s liability,” Artigas said.

From MarketWatch ● Apr. 30, 2026

“Central banks are buying gold not just purely for its price performance, but the role that it can play in foreign reserves,” said Juan Carlos Artigas, head of research for the World Gold Council.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 21, 2026

Jose Artigas said the team is seeking 560,000 Euros — roughly $608,000 in U.S. currency — as an exit fee after Zaragoza failed to show up for a scheduled medical examination with the team.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2023

For this victory Artigas was promoted by the Buenos Aires Junta, and became the greatest military figure on the patriot side.

From The South American Republics Part I of II by Thomas C. Dawson

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