Charles de Freycinet
French engineer and Prime Minister
Born
1828
197 years ago
Died
May 14th, 1923
102 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as the 43rd Prime Minister of France. Contributed significantly to French infrastructure development as an engineer. Participated in the construction of the Paris Metro and was involved in various railway projects. Held multiple governmental positions throughout a political career. Advocated for modernization and expansion of French industrial capabilities. His leadership during the 3rd Republic shaped various policies.
Served as Prime Minister of France twice
Developed the Paris Metro
Established French railway projects
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