Guillermo Nakar
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Guillermo Peñamante Nakar (June 10, 1906 – October 2, 1943) was a Filipino soldier who became one of the first commanders of the guerrilla movement against the Japanese occupation of the Philippines before he was captured and executed by the Japanese in 1943.
In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Peñamante and the surname or paternal family name is Nakar.
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Guillermo Peñamante Nakar | |
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Born | June 10, 1906 Infanta, Tayabas, Philippine Islands |
Died | October 2, 1943(1943-10-02) (aged 37) Manila, Philippines |
Allegiance | Philippines United States |
Service/ | Philippine Army Philippine Constabulary USAFFE |
Years of service | 1932–1943 |
Rank | Lieutenant colonel |
Unit | 14th Infantry 1st Guerilla Regiment |
Battles/wars | World War II |
Awards | Distinguished Conduct Star |
Alma mater | Philippine Constabulary Academy |
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