Joaquín Vara de Rey y Rubio
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Joaquín Vara de Rey y Rubio (14 August 1841 – 1 July 1898) was a Spanish military officer. He is best known for leading the tenacious defense of El Caney against a massively superior American force during the Spanish–American War.
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Joaquín Vara de Rey y Rubio | |
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Born | (1841-08-14)14 August 1841 Ibiza, Spain |
Died | 1 July 1898(1898-07-01) (aged 56) El Caney, Cuba |
Allegiance | Kingdom of Spain |
Service/ | Spanish Army |
Years of service | 1862–1898 |
Rank | Brigadier General |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Laureate Cross of Saint Ferdinand |
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