Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle

French composer of national anthem

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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