Mateo M. Capinpin
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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Mananjaya and the surname or paternal family name is Capinpin.
Mateo Mananjaya Capinpin (April 22, 1887 – December 28, 1958) was a brigadier general in the Philippine Army and commanded the 21st Division (Philippines) under the United States Army Forces in the Far East during the Battle of Bataan.[2][3]
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Mateo Capinpin | |
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Nickname(s) | Mattie |
Born | (1887-04-22)April 22, 1887 Morong, Morong, Captaincy General of the Philippines |
Died | December 28, 1958(1958-12-28) (aged 71) Biñan, Laguna, Philippines |
Buried | Municipal Cemetery, Biñan |
Allegiance | Philippines United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1906–1948 |
Rank | Major General |
Unit | 21st Infantry Division(PA) Philippine Scouts |
Commands held | 21st Division (Philippines) 45th Infantry Regiment (PS) |
Battles/wars | Battle of Bataan |
Awards | Distinguished Conduct Star[1] |
Memorials | Camp Mateo Capinpin |
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