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Also Known As Dalmiro • José de Cadahlso y Vásquez
Born October 8, 1741 • Cádiz • Spain
Died February 27, 1782 (aged 40) • Gibraltar
Notable Works “Cartas marruecas” • “Los Eruditos a la violeta” • “Noches lúgubres”
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