Historical FigureAmerican1865 – 1917
Frederick Funston
U.S. general, Spanish-American War and Philippine campaigns
Biography
American military officer and general who served in the Spanish-American War and Philippine-American War. He was known for his daring capture of Filipino general Emilio Aguinaldo.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
American
Born
1865
Died
1917
Thinking about the name
Funston
English origin
“An English surname-turned-given-name derived from a place name, likely meaning 'Finn's settlement' or 'settlement near marshland.' Funston is rare as a first name but carries a distinctive, adventurous quality. The name evokes early American frontierism and military heritage.”