Jules Ferry

French Prime Minister and education reformer

Jules Ferry - French Prime Minister and education reformer
Born

April 5th, 1832
192 years ago

Died

March 17th, 1893
131 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

France

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Served as Prime Minister of France during two terms in the late 19th century. Played a significant role in establishing public education policies. Advocated for compulsory education and secular schools. His reforms aimed to reduce the influence of the church in education and promote civic values. Contributed to the expansion of France's colonial empire, influencing French policy in Tunisia and Indochina. Supported the idea of French colonial expansion as a means of national pride and economic growth.

Established free, mandatory schooling in France

Advocated for the separation of church and state

Expanded French colonial influence in Asia and Africa

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