Pierre Napoléon Bonaparte
Italian-French politician and author
Born
October 11th, 1815
209 years ago
Died
1881
144 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Born in 1815, a prominent figure in French politics during the Second Empire. Member of the Bonaparte family and a cousin of Napoleon III. Served as a deputy and engaged in various political activities, contributing to the discourse during a turbulent period in France. Authored several works reflecting his views on governance and society.
Served as a deputy in the French Assembly
Authored political works on governance
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