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Ludovico Sforza: Quick Facts

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Also Known As The Moor • Il Moro
Born August 3, 1452 • Milan • Italy
Died May 27, 1508 (aged 55) • Loches • France
House / Dynasty Sforza family
Role In Italian Wars

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