Charles-François-Frédéric, marquis de Montholon-Sémonville
French general and diplomat

Born
1814
211 years ago
Died
April 20th, 1886
139 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as a general and diplomat in France. Appointed as the French ambassador to the United States. Engaged in various military campaigns during the Napoleonic Wars, demonstrating leadership and strategic prowess. Contributed to diplomatic relations between France and the United States during a significant period of history.
Served as French ambassador to the United States
Participated in military campaigns during the Napoleonic Wars
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