Jules Ferry
French Prime Minister and education reformer
Born
April 5th, 1832
192 years ago
Died
March 17th, 1893
132 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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