Corentin Celton
French resistance fighter (1901–1943)
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Summary
Corentin Celton was born on July 18, 1901[1], in Ploaré[2]. He died on December 29, 1943[3], in Fort Mont-Valérien[4]. He worked as a French resistance fighter[5], trade unionist[6], nurse[7], and fisher[8]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: France[10]
- Native language: French[11]
- Employer: Assistance Publique – Hôpitaux de Paris[12]
- Award received: Croix de guerre 1939–1945[13], mort pour la France[14]
- Member of: General Confederation of Labour (France)[15], French Resistance[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Member of political party: French Communist Party[18]
- Part of: executed at Mont Valérien[19]
- Commons category: Corentin Celton[20]
- Archives at: Archives de l'AP-HP[21], Defence Historical Service[22]
- Cause of death: gunshot wound[23]
- Residence: 11th arrondissement of Paris[24]
- Participated in conflict: World War II[25]
- Given name: Corentin[26]
- Pseudonym: Pierre Le Meur[27]
- Work location: Issy-les-Moulineaux[28], 11th arrondissement of Paris[29]
- Described at URL: https://www.memoiredeshommes.sga.defense.gouv.fr/fr/ark:/40699/m00523bf877390ba[30], https://www.letelegramme.fr/culture-loisirs/histoire/corentin-celton-un-heros-oublie-des-bretons-110342.php[31]
- Manner of death: execution by firing squad[32]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[33]
- Birth name: Corentin Celton[34]
- Name in native language: Corentin Celton[35]
- Place of detention: La Santé Prison[36], Clairvaux Prison[37], Fresnes Prison[38]
FAQs
Where was Corentin Celton born?
Corentin Celton's place of birth was Ploaré[2].
Where did Corentin Celton die?
Corentin Celton died in Fort Mont-Valérien[4].
What did Corentin Celton do for work?
Corentin Celton worked as a French resistance fighter[5], trade unionist[6], nurse[7], and fisher[8].
What awards did Corentin Celton receive?
Honors received include Croix de guerre 1939–1945[13] and mort pour la France[14].