Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle
French composer of national anthem
Born
May 10th, 1760
264 years ago
Died
June 26th, 1836
188 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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An engineer and army officer, contributed significantly to French musical heritage. Composed the 'Marseillaise' in 1792 during the French Revolution, which became the national anthem of France. In addition to music, held various military engineering positions throughout his career.
Composed the 'Marseillaise'
Served as a military engineer
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