Albert Lebrun
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Albert François Lebrun was born on August 29, 1871, in Mercy-le-Haut, and died on March 6, 1950, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][1][2][12][4][5][6][7][8][9][13][14][10][11]. A citizen of France, he was a Catholic who married Marguerite Lebrun in 1902, a union that lasted until 1947. He was educated at the École polytechnique and Mines ParisTech. Working in the field of politics[15], he was also an engineer and entomologist[16].
His political career included serving as a member of the French National Assembly from 1898 to 1902. He later held the position of President of the Senate of France from 1931 to 1932. Subsequently, he served as President of the French Republic and French co-prince of Andorra from 1932 to 1940.
His awards included the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, Grand Master of the Legion of Honour, Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Cambodia, Grand cross of the Order of the Dragon of Annam, Order of the White Eagle (Second Polish Republic), and the Order of the Star of Anjouan, plus two more.
Key Facts
- Place of death: Paris[9]
- Date of birth: January 1, 1871[10]
- Date of death: January 1, 1950[11]
- Place of burial: Mercy-le-Haut[12]
- Spouse: Marguerite Lebrun[13]
- Child: Marie Freysselinard[14]
- Country of citizenship: France[15]
- Field of work: politics[16]
- Position held: President of the French Republic[17], President of the Senate of France[18], French co-prince of Andorra[19], member of the French National Assembly[20], senator of the French Third Republic[21], Minister of the Colonies[22], Minister of War[23]
- Educated at: École polytechnique[24], Mines ParisTech[25]
- Award received: Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour[26], Order of the White Eagle (Second Polish Republic)[27], Grand Master of the Legion of Honour[28], Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Cambodia[29], Grand cross of the Order of the Dragon of Annam[30], Order of the Star of Anjouan[31], Grand Cross of the Order of Nichan el Anouar[32], Royal Order of the Seraphim[33], Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath[34], Supreme Order of Christ[35], Knight of the Order of the Elephant[36], Order of the Elephant[37], Order of the Royal House of Chakri[38]
- Member of: Académie des sciences d'outre-mer[39]
- Religion or worldview: Catholic Church[40]
- Sex or gender: male[41]
- Member of political party: Democratic Republican Alliance[42]
- Commons category: Albert Lebrun[43]
- Archives at: Diplomatic Archives[44]
- Cause of death: pneumonia[45]
- Family name: Lebrun[46]
- Given name: Albert[47]
- Work location: Paris[48]
- Manner of death: natural causes[49]
- Described by source: Svensk uppslagsbok[50], Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1926–1947)[51]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[52]
Why It Matters
Albert Lebrun has Wikipedia articles in 28 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[53] He is known by 26 alternative names across languages and contexts.[54]
FAQs
Where was Albert Lebrun born?
Albert Lebrun was born in Mercy-le-Haut[2].
Where did Albert Lebrun die?
Albert Lebrun passed away in 16th arrondissement of Paris[4].
Who was Albert Lebrun married to?
Albert Lebrun's spouses include Marguerite Lebrun[13].
What did Albert Lebrun do for work?
Albert Lebrun worked as a politician[5], entomologist[6], and mining engineer[7].
Where did Albert Lebrun go to school?
Albert Lebrun was educated at École polytechnique[24] and Mines ParisTech[25].
What awards did Albert Lebrun receive?
Honors received include Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour[26], Order of the White Eagle (Second Polish Republic)[27], Grand Master of the Legion of Honour[28], and Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Cambodia[29].