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February 16, 1579
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Gonzalo Jiménez de Quesada (born 1496) was an influential Spanish military personnel, conqueror, historian, and explorer. He was born in Córdoba, Spain, and was educated at the University of Salamanca. As a citizen of Spain, he played a significant role in the Spanish conquests of the Americas.
Jiménez de Quesada was the founder of the cities Suesca and Bogotá . He passed away on February 16, 1579, in the city of Suesca, which he founded.
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