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Luis Ignacio de la Vega

1914 – 1974

Mexican basketball player

Basketball player
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About Luis Ignacio de la Vega

Lived 1914 – 1974 (aged 60). Luis Ignacio de la Vega was a Mexican basketball player.

Luis Ignacio "El Tallarín" de la Vega Leija (June 21, 1914 – September 19, 1974) was a Mexican basketball player who competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics.

Born in San Luis Potosí, he was part of the Mexican basketball team, which won the bronze medal. He played five matches.

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Important facts

Born
23 June 1914, San Luis Potosí
Birth century
20th century
Died
19 September 1974, Tijuana
Occupation
Basketball player
Nationality
Mexico

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Luis Ignacio de la Vega?

Mexican basketball player (1914–1974)

When was Luis Ignacio de la Vega born?

Luis Ignacio de la Vega was born on 23 June 1914 in San Luis Potosí.

When did Luis Ignacio de la Vega die?

Luis Ignacio de la Vega died on 19 September 1974 in Tijuana.

What was Luis Ignacio de la Vega's occupation?

Luis Ignacio de la Vega was a basketball player.

What nationality was Luis Ignacio de la Vega?

Luis Ignacio de la Vega was Mexican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Luis Ignacio de la Vega

· Wikidata: Q617437

· DBpedia: Luis Ignacio de la Vega

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