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Moses Toledano

d. c. 1725MerchantAfrica · 1725Most named place: Netherlands (approximate)

Moses Toledano was a member of distinguished Jewish family of Morocco whose members were leaders of Moroccan Jewry, advisors and diplomats to the Moroccan kings and successful businessmen.

Moses was one of the favorites at the Moroccan court. He traded with the European countries, especially in firearms. In 1699 he traveled to the Netherlands to submit his complaints to the States General concerning his dealings with them. His complaints were accepted and was awarded considerable compensation.

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