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Also Known As San Pedro Claver
Born 1581 • Spain
Died September 4, 1654 (aged 73) • Cartagena • Colombia

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St. Peter Claver
The stone facade of the Church of San Pedro Claver in Cartagena, Colombia, with twin bell towers and a large arched entrance, faces a sunny plaza with people and pigeons.
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