Alexandre Stavisky
Ukrainian-French financier
Born
November 20th, 1886
138 years ago
Died
January 8th, 1934
91 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
France
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A financier active in France during the early 20th century, engaged in various business ventures and schemes. Involved in schemes around the bond market, contributed to significant financial fraud that drew considerable attention. The financial scandals led to political upheaval and public outrage in France. The events surrounding these activities and his subsequent death played a role in igniting political tensions in the country.
Engaged in large-scale financial fraud
Created a financial empire based on deceit
Drew significant media attention and public scrutiny
His death triggered political instability
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