Édouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier

French General and Prime Minister

Édouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier - French General and Prime Minister
Born

February 13th, 1768
257 years ago

Died

1835
190 years ago — 67 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

France

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Served as a French general and politician during the Napoleonic era. Held the position of the 15th Prime Minister of France for a brief period. Mortier played significant roles in various military campaigns, including the Peninsular War and the invasion of Russia. He was decorated as a Marshal of France and held command over the Guard during several military engagements. Mortier's political career included serving as a member of the French Senate and taking on important administrative roles in the government.

Held the title of Marshal of France

Served as the 15th Prime Minister of France

Participated in the Napoleonic Wars

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