Louis Franchet d'Espèrey

Algerian-French general and military leader

Louis Franchet d'Espèrey - Algerian-French general and military leader
Born

May 25th, 1856
169 years ago

Died

July 8th, 1942
83 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

France

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Served as a prominent general in the French Army during World War I. Commanded the Allied forces in the Balkans and was instrumental in the successful offensive on the Macedonian front. Led the campaign that resulted in the capture of Monastir and played a key role in the overall success of the Allied forces. After the war, contributed to military reorganizations and served in various capacities within the military establishment until retirement.

Led the Allied forces in Macedonia during WWI

Captured Monastir in the Balkans campaign

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