When was Gaston Palewski born?

Gaston Palewski was born on 20 March 1901 in 9th arrondissement of Paris.

What positions has Gaston Palewski held?

Positions held by Gaston Palewski include: president (1979–1984); member of the Consitutional council (1965–1974); Member of parliament for the Seine (1951–1955); ambassador.

Where did Gaston Palewski study?

Gaston Palewski was educated at Worcester College, University of Paris, École du Louvre, Paris Institute of Political Studies.

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Gaston Palewski

French diplomat (1901-1984)

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Gaston Palewski, a French politician, was a close associate of Charles de Gaulle during and after World War II. He is also remembered as the lover of the English novelist Nancy Mitford, and appears in a fictionalised form in two of her novels.

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Born: 20 March 1901 wd
Place of birth: 9th arrondissement of Paris wd
Died: 3 September 1984 wd
Place of death: Le Val-Saint-Germain wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: politician, diplomat, judge, military personnel wd
Political party: Rally of the French People wd
Education: Worcester College, University of Paris, École du Louvre, Paris Institute of Political Studies, Lycée Michelet, Vanves wd
Spouse: Helen Violette de Talleyrand-Périgord wd

Positions held wd

president (1979–1984)
member of the Consitutional council (1965–1974)
Member of parliament for the Seine (17 June 1951 – 1 December 1955)
ambassador

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
Croix de guerre 1939–1945
Companion of the Liberation
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic
Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic (1964)
Marcel Pollitzer Prize (1990)

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When was Gaston Palewski born?: Gaston Palewski was born on 20 March 1901 in 9th arrondissement of Paris.
What positions has Gaston Palewski held?: Positions held by Gaston Palewski include: president (1979–1984); member of the Consitutional council (1965–1974); Member of parliament for the Seine (1951–1955); ambassador.
Where did Gaston Palewski study?: Gaston Palewski was educated at Worcester College, University of Paris, École du Louvre, Paris Institute of Political Studies.

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