Raymond Aubrac

French engineer and Resistance leader

Raymond Aubrac - French engineer and Resistance leader
Born

1914
111 years ago

Died

April 10th, 2012
13 years ago — 98 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

France

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An engineer and a prominent member of the French Resistance during World War II. Contributed to the liberation of France, focusing on sabotaging German operations. Involved in the planning of operations against occupying forces. After the war, dedicated efforts to political and social activism, promoting civil rights and social justice.

Played a key role in the French Resistance

Participated in the Liberation of Paris

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