| Canuto Gonzalez Britos | |
 Canuto Gonzalez Britos shortly before his 109th birthday in 2025 | |
| Birth: | 19 January 1916 Guaira Department, Paraguay |
| Age: | 110 years, 21 days |
| Country: |  PAR
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| Validated | |
Canuto Gonzalez Britos [Spanish: González] (born 19 January 1916) is a Paraguayan supercentenarian who is currently the second-oldest known living man in Paraguay, after Virgilio Davalos Rey. His age is validated by the Gerontology Research Group (GRG) and LongeviQuest (LQ).
Biography[]
Canuto Gonzalez Britos was born in Guaira Department, Paraguay, on 19 January 1916. At the age of 15, he joined the military alongside his brother Felix during the Chaco War (1932-1935) to secure the release of their father, an endeavor they succeeded in achieving. Tragically, Felix lost his life during their first battle.
Serving with the R.I. 2 Ytororo Infantry Unit, Canuto endured severe hardships, including extreme thirst and hunger, and even sustained a hand injury that cost him a finger. Despite these challenges, he remained steadfast in his duty, contributing to Paraguay’s effort to reclaim its Chaco territory. His service spanned over three decades, from 1932 to 1966.
After the war, Canuto returned to his rural roots, working in agriculture and finding love at the age 35 with Francisca, the mother of his seven children. The family grew to include 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Francisca passed away around 1990.
Canuto Gonzalez Britos currently lives in San Jose de los Arroyos, Caaguazu Department, Paraguay, at the age of 110 years, 21 days.
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References[]
- GRG World Supercentenarian Rankings List Gerontology Research Group
- Celebran los 109 años de Canuto González, uno de los tres últimos excombatientes vivos La Nacion, 18 January 2025
- Don Canuto, veterano de la Guerra del Chaco fue homenajeado por sus 110 años La Nacion, 17 January 2026