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Georges Leygues

Georges Leygues (lang; 29 October 1856 – 2 September 1933) was a French politician of the Third Republic. He held several key ministerial positions, including Minister of the Colonies, Minister of the Interior, Minister of the Navy (Marine), and ultimately served as President of the Council (Prime Minister) from 1920 to 1921.

Georges Leygues

French Prime Minister Georges Leygues (1857-1933)

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Name
Georges Leygues
Born
29 October 1856
Birthplace
Villeneuve-sur-Lot
Died
2 September 1933
Place of death
Saint-Cloud
Nationality
France
Occupation
politician · poet
Honours
Montyon Prize
Languages
French

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Georges Leygues (lang; 29 October 1856 – 2 September 1933) was a French politician of the Third Republic. He held several key ministerial positions, including Minister of the Colonies, Minister of the Interior, Minister of the Navy (Marine), and ultimately served as President of the Council (Prime Minister) from 1920 to 1921.

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