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Sultanate of Maguindanao
The Sultanate of Maguindanao was a Muslim state on Mindanao founded by Sharif Kabungsuwan. Under Sultan Kudarat in the 17th century it resisted Spanish expansion. Its power ended under Spanish and then American rule.
Key facts
| Dates | 1515 – 1899 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Southeast Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Cotabato |
| Founder | Sharif Kabungsuwan |
| Religion(s) | Sunni Islam |
Note on dates: Wikipedia gives 1899 or 1926 for the end.
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.