Henri Besairie
French geologist (1898–1978)
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Summary
Henri Besairie was born on March 16, 1898[1], in Castres[2]. He died on May 22, 1978[3], in Antananarivo[4]. He worked as a geologist[5].
Key Facts
- Date of death: May 20, 1978[6]
- Country of citizenship: France[7]
- Field of work: Geology of Madagascar[8]
- Educated at: University of Toulouse (1896-1968)[9], IFP School[10], University of Paris[11]
- Award received: Prix Jules Gosselet[12], Officer of the Legion of Honour[13], Commander of the National Order of Merit[14], Médaille Interalliée 1914–1918[15], campaign medal[16]
- Member of: Académie des sciences d'outre-mer[17], French Society of Mineralogy and Crystallography[18], Malagasy Academy[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Commons category: Henri Besairie[21]
- Academic degree: doctorate[22]
- Participated in conflict: World War I[23], World War II[24]
- Given name: Henri[25], Michel[26], Édouard[27]
- Student of: Charles Jacob[28]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[29]
- Birth name: Henri-Michel-Édouard Besairie[30]
- Name in native language: Henri Besairie[31]
- Has works in the collection: Q123851848[32]
- Copyright status as a creator: works protected by copyrights[33]
FAQs
Where was Henri Besairie born?
Henri Besairie was born in Castres[2].
Where did Henri Besairie die?
Henri Besairie passed away in Antananarivo[4].
What did Henri Besairie do for work?
Henri Besairie worked as a geologist[5].
Where did Henri Besairie go to school?
Henri Besairie was educated at University of Toulouse (1896-1968)[9], IFP School[10], and University of Paris[11].
What awards did Henri Besairie receive?
Honors received include Prix Jules Gosselet[12], Officer of the Legion of Honour[13], Commander of the National Order of Merit[14], and Médaille Interalliée 1914–1918[15].