Vincent de Moro-Giafferi
French lawyer and politician
Born
1878
147 years ago
Died
February 15th, 1956
69 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
France
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Practiced law in France and entered politics, holding various positions. Contributed to legal reforms and focused on civil rights. Played a significant role in political discourse during the early to mid-20th century. Engaged in legal matters involving notable public figures and had an influence on contemporary legal practices.
Served as a deputy in the French National Assembly
Advocated for civil rights reforms
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