Páez

[ pah-es ]

/ ˈpɑ ɛs /

Jo·sé An·to·nio

[haw-se ahn-taw-nyaw] /hɔˈsɛ ɑnˈtɔ nyɔ/,1790–1873, Venezuelan revolutionary and political leader: president 1831–35, 1839–43; dictator 1861–63.

Example sentences from the Web for paez

Since the last-named period, the government has been in the hands again of General Paez.

Great Events in the History of North and South America |Charles A. Goodrich
The eastern provinces refused to recognise Paez's authority and the whole country was soon under arms.

The South American Republics, Part II (of 2) |Thomas C. Dawson
Then he learned that a meeting in Venezuela, presided over by Paez, had declared itself in favor of separation from Colombia.

The Hispanic Nations of the New World |William R. Shepherd
Very different was the career of General Paez, who was born at Araure.

The Young Llanero |W.H.G. Kingston

So struck was General Paez with the bravery he displayed, that he would not allow him to be attacked in his retreat.

The Young Llanero |W.H.G. Kingston

Páez

/ (Spanish ˈpɑes) /

José Antonio (xoˈse anˈtonjo). 1790–1873, Venezuelan revolutionary leader; first president (1831–46) of independent Venezuela