Charles-François-Frédéric
French diplomat and ambassador to USA
Born
Died
1886
140 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1814, served as a French diplomat and held the position of ambassador to the United States. Contributed to Franco-American relations during a period of significant political change. Advocated for French interests in diplomatic negotiations and maintained relationships with key officials. The tenure in the U.S. encompassed a critical time in the evolution of international diplomacy between France and the United States.
Served as French ambassador to the United States
Influenced Franco-American diplomatic relations
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