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Sir Anthony Panizzi: Quick Facts

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Facts

Also Known As Antonio Genesio Maria Panizzi
Born September 16, 1797 • Italy
Died April 8, 1879 (aged 81) • London • England

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Oil painting of Sir Anthony Panizzi
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Austrian architect
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