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Biography
Giuseppe Crotto (Spanish José Crotto) (1830-1903) was an Italian merchant and landowner. He settled in the town of Dolores, Buenos Aires towards the end of 1850.
Early Life
Giuseppe was born in Piscina, Piedmont son of Francesco Crotto and Anna Guglielmone, belonging to a traditional Piedmontese family.
Military Life
In late 1840, Crotto was enlisted in the army of Piedmont, participating in the Crimean War. After arriving at the port of Buenos Aires, it is established in the fields of the Province of Buenos Aires, taking up residence in the city of Dolores.
Business
Crotto was owner of the ranches "La Italia", "La France", "La Maruja", "Los Flamencos and "María Luisa".
Personal Life
José Crotto was married to Valeria Villas, born in Béarn, France, daughter of Paul Villas and Marie Cadret. They were parents of several children, including José Camilo Crotto, senator, and governor of Buenos Aires Province.