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Miguel Cabello de Balboa

1535 – 1608

Spanish secular priest and writer

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About Miguel Cabello de Balboa

Lived 1535 – 1608 (aged 72–73). Miguel Cabello de Balboa was a Spanish cleric, chronicler and writer.

Publications

La Volcánea (lost) El Militar Elogio (lost) La Entrada de los Mojos (lost) La Comedia del Cuzco (comedy, lost) La Vasquirana (comedy, lost)

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Important facts

Born
1535, Archidona
Birth century
16th century
Died
1608, Peru
Occupation
Cleric, chronicler, writer
Nationality
Spain

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Miguel Cabello de Balboa?

Spanish secular priest and writer

When was Miguel Cabello de Balboa born?

Miguel Cabello de Balboa was born in 1535 in Archidona.

When did Miguel Cabello de Balboa die?

Miguel Cabello de Balboa died in 1608 in Peru.

What was Miguel Cabello de Balboa's occupation?

Miguel Cabello de Balboa was a cleric, chronicler and writer.

What nationality was Miguel Cabello de Balboa?

Miguel Cabello de Balboa was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Miguel Cabello de Balboa

· Wikidata: Q1405397

· DBpedia: Miguel Cabello de Balboa

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