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Uruguayans in Peru

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Uruguayan Peruvians are people born in Uruguay who live in Peru, or Peruvian-born people of Uruguayan descent.

There are lots of Uruguayan-born persons living in Peru, for a number of reasons. Both countries share the Spanish language; the historical origins of both nations is common (part of the Spanish Empire until the early 19th century).

Notable people

  • Alberto Barton, microbiologist (son of a Uruguayan)
  • Mario Benedetti, writer, was exiled in Peru
  • Sergio Blanco, footballer
  • Mauro Guevgeozián, footballer
  • Alejandro Hohberg, footballer
  • Martín Icart, footballer
  • Julián Legaspi, television and film actor
  • Gustavo Roverano, footballer
  • Guillermo Sanguinetti, football manager
  • Miguel Ximénez, footballer
  • References

    Uruguayans in Peru Wikipedia