Macario Sakay

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    About Macario Sakay

    Macario Sakay was a Filipino general who fought in the 1896 Philippine Revolution and the Philippine-American War. He continued resistance after the war, leading guerrilla raids and establishing the Tagalog Republic. Sakay was known for his long hair and patriotic ideals.

    Macario Sakay's Area of Expertise

    Revolutionary warfare, guerrilla tactics, Philippine history, independence movements, and leadership.

    A random fact that I love is...

    I was known for keeping long hair, and my name is still used in the Philippines to refer to persons needing a haircut.