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Tomás Antonio Sánchez

1723 – 1802

Spanish historian

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About Tomás Antonio Sánchez

Lived 1723 – 1802 (aged 78–79). Tomás Antonio Sánchez was a Spanish writer, historian, lexicographer and scholar.

Tomás Antonio Sánchez de Uribe (Cantabria, 1723–1802, Madrid), was a controversial ecclesiastic and the first editor of several basic texts of Spanish Medieval Literature, including the Cantar del Mio Cid. He served as Royal Librarian.

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Important facts

Born
1723, Comillas, Ruiseñada
Birth century
18th century
Died
1802, Madrid
Occupation
Writer, historian, lexicographer, scholar
Nationality
Spain
Education
University of Salamanca
Positions held
President of the Royal Academy of History, Member of the Royal Spanish Academy
Also known as
Tomas Antonio Sanchez

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tomás Antonio Sánchez?

Spanish historian

When was Tomás Antonio Sánchez born?

Tomás Antonio Sánchez was born in 1723 in Comillas, Ruiseñada.

When did Tomás Antonio Sánchez die?

Tomás Antonio Sánchez died in 1802 in Madrid.

What was Tomás Antonio Sánchez's occupation?

Tomás Antonio Sánchez was a writer, historian, lexicographer and scholar.

What nationality was Tomás Antonio Sánchez?

Tomás Antonio Sánchez was Spanish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tomás Antonio Sánchez

· Wikidata: Q945544

· DBpedia: Tomás Antonio Sánchez

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