道長

English translation: Troup leader

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Japanese term or phrase:道長
English translation:Troup leader

14:41 May 4, 2012
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Japanese term or phrase: 道長
Hi, i'm translating an historical document and came across this term.

How would you translate 道長 in the context of WWII and japanese forces in south asia?

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David Gómez
Local time: 08:08
Troup leader
Explanation:
Do you have any context? It could be a name (Michinaga).
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David Patrick
Ireland
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1 +1Troup leader
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Troup leader


Explanation:
Do you have any context? It could be a name (Michinaga).

David Patrick
Ireland
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Thanks!
Notes to answerer
Asker: No, it's not a name. It's used as a suffix to a region in Indonesia. I like your "troup leader" suggestion. I also thought of "military governor" but i think "troup leader" it's better. Thanks!


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