Léon Bourgeois
French Prime Minister and Nobel laureate
Born
May 21st, 1851
174 years ago
Died
September 29th, 1925
99 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Served as the 64th Prime Minister of France from 1895 to 1896. Recognized for contributions to social reform and international peace. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1920 for efforts in promoting cooperation among nations. Played an influential role in the establishment of the League of Nations. Advocated for social justice and the need for national reconciliation in France.
Served as Prime Minister from 1895 to 1896
Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1920
Promoted the establishment of the League of Nations
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