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Sir Osbert Sitwell, 5th Baronet
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Also Known As Francis Osbert Sacheverell Sitwell
Born December 6, 1892 • London • England
Died May 4, 1969 (aged 76) • near Florence • Italy
House / Dynasty Sitwell family
Notable Family Members brother Sir Sacheverell Sitwell, 6th Baronet • sister Edith Sitwell

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