Jean Baptiste Gay

French politician, 7th Prime Minister

Jean Baptiste Gay - French politician, 7th Prime Minister
Born

June 20th, 1778
246 years ago

Died

1832
193 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as the 7th Prime Minister of France from 1828 to 1829. Held the title of vicomte de Martignac and advocated for political reforms during a turbulent period in French history. His government faced challenges from both royalists and republicans, managing to navigate complex political landscapes. After resigning from the premiership, continued to influence French politics through his writings and political analysis.

Served as Prime Minister of France

Navigated political reforms in the 1820s

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