Bernardino de Rebolledo
Spanish poet and diplomat
Born
1597
428 years ago
Died
March 27th, 1676
348 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Spain
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Became notable as a poet and diplomat during the Spanish Golden Age. Served as a soldier and participated in various military campaigns. Contributed to Spanish literature with works that reflect both personal and political themes. His writings often explored the complexities of love and war, capturing the essence of the era's cultural and artistic movements.
Published several collections of poetry
Served as a diplomat in different European courts
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