Louis-Eugène Cavaignac
French general and 1848 head of state
Born
October 15th, 1802
222 years ago
Died
October 28th, 1857
167 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Cavaignac served as a French general and politician during the 19th century. In 1848, he became the head of state of France following the February Revolution. His leadership was marked by his efforts to suppress the June Days uprising, a worker rebellion in Paris. Cavaignac implemented martial law and used military force to restore order, securing a brief period of stability in the government. Although he gained acclaim for his decisive action during this upheaval, he eventually lost the presidential election to Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte later that year, marking the decline of his political career.
Led suppressions of the June Days uprising
Served as head of state in 1848
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