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简体中文 Ramón Fonst, Cuban fencer (d. 1959)
Ramón Fonst Segundo (July 31, 1883 – September 9, 1959) was a Cuban fencer who competed in the early 20th century. He was one of the greatest world fencers, individual and by team; he was born and died in Havana.
1883Jul, 31
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