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Also Known As Johann Strauss, the Elder
Born March 14, 1804 • Vienna • Austria
Died September 24, 1849 (aged 45) • Vienna • Austria
Notable Works “Radetzky March” • “Täuberl-walzer”
Notable Family Members son Johann Strauss, the Younger

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