When was Louis-Jules Trochu born?

Louis-Jules Trochu was born on 12 March 1815 in Le Palais.

What positions has Louis-Jules Trochu held?

Positions held by Louis-Jules Trochu include: member of the National Assembly (1871–1872); President of the French Republic (1870–1871); head of government of France (1870–1871); Military governor of Paris (1870–1871); member of the general council.

Where did Louis-Jules Trochu study?

Louis-Jules Trochu was educated at École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr, Royal Staff Corps Demonstration School.

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Louis-Jules Trochu

French general, President of the National Defence Council (1815-1896)

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Louis-Jules Trochu was a French military leader and politician. He served as President of the Government of National Defense—France's de facto head of state—from 4 September 1870 until his resignation on 22 January 1871.

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Born: 12 March 1815 wd
Place of birth: Le Palais wd
Died: 7 October 1896 wd
Place of death: Tours wd
Citizenship: France wd
Occupation: politician, military officer, writer, military personnel wd
Political party: Orléanism wd
Education: École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr, Royal Staff Corps Demonstration School wd

Positions held wd

member of the National Assembly (8 February 1871 – 1 July 1872)
President of the French Republic (4 September 1870 – 22 January 1871)
head of government of France (4 September 1870 – 18 February 1871)
Military governor of Paris (17 August 1870 – 22 January 1871)
member of the general council

Awards wd

Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
Commander of the Legion of Honour
Officer of the Legion of Honour
Knight of the Legion of Honour
Colonial Medal

Questions

When was Louis-Jules Trochu born?: Louis-Jules Trochu was born on 12 March 1815 in Le Palais.
What positions has Louis-Jules Trochu held?: Positions held by Louis-Jules Trochu include: member of the National Assembly (1871–1872); President of the French Republic (1870–1871); head of government of France (1870–1871); Military governor of Paris (1870–1871); member of the general council.
Where did Louis-Jules Trochu study?: Louis-Jules Trochu was educated at École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr, Royal Staff Corps Demonstration School.

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