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Blas de Lezo, Spanish admiral (died 1741)

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Blas de Lezo

Spanish admiral

Admiral Blas de Lezo y Olavarrieta was a Spanish Navy officer best known for his victory at the 1741 Battle of Cartagena de Indias, where forces under his command defeated a large British invasion force under Admiral Edward Vernon.
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February 3

Day of the year

February 3 is the 34th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 331 days remain until the end of the year.
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