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How did Diomedes Diaz died?

One of Colombia’s most popular musicians, Diomedes Diaz, has died of a heart attack at the age of 56.

How old was Diomedes Diaz when he died?

56 years (1957–2013)
Diomedes Díaz/Age at death

After Díaz died of a heart attack two years ago at age 56, President Juan Manuel Santos declared: “He brought vallenato to its highest point of creativity.”

Where was Diomedes Diaz born?

San Juan del Cesar, Colombia
Diomedes Díaz/Place of birth

What happened to Diomedes after the Trojan War?

After the war Diomedes returned home to find that his wife had been unfaithful (Aphrodite’s punishment) and that his claim to the throne of Argos was disputed. Fleeing for his life, he sailed to Italy and founded Argyripa (later Arpi) in Apulia, eventually making peace with the Trojans.

Where did Diomedes Diaz live?

Diomedes Díaz was born and raised on a farm called “Carrizal” on the outskirts of La Junta Township that belongs to the Municipality of San Juan del Cesar, La Guajira. His father, Rafael María Díaz, and his mother, Elvira Maestre, were poor.

How did Diomedes wound Aphrodite?

When Aeneas’s mother, Aphrodite, comes to his aid, Diomedes wounds her too, cutting her wrist and sending her back to Mount Olympus. Aphrodite’s mother, Dione, heals her, and Zeus warns Aphrodite not to try her hand at warfare again.

Was Diomedes a Trojan or Greek?

Diomedes, in Greek legend, the son of Tydeus, the Aetolian hero who was one of the Seven Against Thebes. Diomedes was the commander of 80 Argive ships and one of the most respected leaders in the Trojan War.

Was Diomedes a real person?

Does Aphrodite seek revenge on Diomedes?

After the war, however, Aphrodite’s revenge drove him from his kingdom. He sailed to Italy where he became one of that region’s founding heroes. Diomedes is largely forgotten because he has few individual stories to distinguish him.

Diomedes Díaz. Diomedes Díaz Maestre (26 May 1957 – 22 December 2013) was a Colombian vallenato singer, songwriter, and composer.

Why was Diomedes Diaz known as the chieftain of La Junta?

Diomedes Díaz. Diomedes Díaz Maestre (26 May 1957 – 22 December 2013) was a Colombian vallenato singer, songwriter, and composer. His nickname, “El Cacique de la Junta” (“the Chieftain of La Junta”), was given to him by another vallenato singer, Rafael Orozco Maestre, to honor Díaz’s birthplace.

How did Diomedes Diaz Maestre get his nickname?

Diomedes Díaz Maestre (26 May 1957 – 22 December 2013) was a Colombian vallenato singer, songwriter, and composer. His nickname, “El Cacique de la Junta” (“The Chieftain of La Junta”), was given to him by another vallenato singer, Rafael Orozco Maestre, in honor to Díaz’s birthplace.

How did Diomedes Diaz get his nickname El Chivato?

Diomedes’ first love, a young woman named Helida, was the one who inspired him to compose his first songs. Diomedes was also trying to dabble in singing, but by way of derision he obtained the nickname “El chivato” (the little goat) for his voice during puberty.