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André Gillois

Maurice Diamant-Berger (8 February 1902 – 18 June 2004), known as André Gillois, was a French writer, radio pioneer and - during the Second World War - general Charles de Gaulle's spokesman in London.

Also recorded as Andre Gillois · Maurice André-gillois · D.B. Maurice

André Gillois

Tombe d'André Gillois au cimetière de Passy (Paris, 16e).

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Born
1902 · 9th arrondissement of Paris.
Died
2004 · 16th arrondissement of Paris.
Nationality
France
Occupation
journalist · screenwriter · radio personality · writer · playwright · television producer · director
Fields
literary activity · radio · television · film
Honours
Prix du Quai des Orfèvres · Henry Malherbe Prize
Languages
French

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