Guillermo Nakar

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.
Guillermo Peñamante Nakar
BornJune 10, 1906
Infanta, Tayabas, Philippine Islands
DiedOctober 2, 1943(1943-10-02) (aged 37)
Manila, Philippines
Allegiance Philippines
 United States
Service/branchPhilippine Army
Philippine Constabulary
USAFFE
Years of service1932–1943
RankLieutenant colonel
Unit14th Infantry

1st Guerilla Regiment

1st Battalion, 71st Infantry (Philippine Army)
Battles/warsWorld War II
Awards Distinguished Conduct Star
Alma materPhilippine Constabulary Academy
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