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Diego de Colmenares

1586 – 1651

17th-century Segovian historian

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About Diego de Colmenares

Lived 1586 – 1651 (aged 64). Diego de Colmenares was a Spanish historian, biographer and writer.

Diego de Colmenares (26 July 1586 – 29 January 1651) was a Spanish historian and writer. He wrote Historia de la insigne Ciudad de Segovia y compendio de las historias de Castilla.

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Important facts

Born
26 July 1586, Segovia
Birth century
16th century
Died
29 January 1651, Segovia
Occupation
Historian, biographer, writer
Nationality
Spain
Education
University of Salamanca

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Diego de Colmenares?

17th-century Segovian historian

When was Diego de Colmenares born?

Diego de Colmenares was born on 26 July 1586 in Segovia.

When did Diego de Colmenares die?

Diego de Colmenares died on 29 January 1651 in Segovia.

What was Diego de Colmenares's occupation?

Diego de Colmenares was a historian, biographer and writer.

What nationality was Diego de Colmenares?

Diego de Colmenares was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Diego de Colmenares

· Wikidata: Q4274336

· DBpedia: Diego de Colmenares

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