When was Antoine Prost born?

Antoine Prost was born on 29 October 1933 in Lons-le-Saunier.

What positions has Antoine Prost held?

Positions held by Antoine Prost include: president (2005–2012); mayor's adjunct (1989–2001); professeur des universités (since 1969).

Where did Antoine Prost study?

Antoine Prost was educated at École Normale Supérieure, Paris Institute of Political Studies, Paris-Sorbonne University - Paris IV.

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Antoine Prost

French historian (born 1933)

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Antoine Marie François Prost is a French historian who served as Professor Emeritus of History, University of Paris Panthéon-Sorbonne. He specialises in 20th-century French history, in particular the First World War.

Quick facts

Born: 29 October 1933 wd
Place of birth: Lons-le-Saunier wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: historian, university teacher wd
Education: École Normale Supérieure, Paris Institute of Political Studies, Paris-Sorbonne University - Paris IV wd

Positions held wd

president (2005–2012)
mayor's adjunct (1989–2001)
professeur des universités (since 1969)

Awards wd

Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour (2018)
Commander of the National Order of Merit (2001)
Commander of the French Order of Academic Palms
Jean-Michel Gaillard Prize (2011)

Questions

When was Antoine Prost born?: Antoine Prost was born on 29 October 1933 in Lons-le-Saunier.
What positions has Antoine Prost held?: Positions held by Antoine Prost include: president (2005–2012); mayor's adjunct (1989–2001); professeur des universités (since 1969).
Where did Antoine Prost study?: Antoine Prost was educated at École Normale Supérieure, Paris Institute of Political Studies, Paris-Sorbonne University - Paris IV.

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