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Lola Montez: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Elizabeth Rosanna Gilbert • Eliza Gilbert
Born February 17, 1821 • Ireland
Died January 17, 1861 (aged 39) • New York City • New York

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Lola Montez, c. 1855.
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