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Luiz Alves de Lima e Silva, duke de Caxias: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Luis Alves de Lima e Silva
Born August 25, 1803 • Rio de Janeiro • Brazil
Died May 7, 1880 (aged 76) • Rio de Janeiro • Brazil
Role In War of the Triple Alliance

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