Augustin-Charles Le Gendre

1788–1872 (age 84)

military officer

Biography

Augustin-Charles Le Gendre (1788–1872) was a French military officer whose career spanned nearly a century of European military history. He served France through multiple regimes and periods of significant political and military change, contributing to the nation's defense and military operations during a transformative era.

Le Gendre's long career and dedication to military service earned him recognition and a place of honor at Père Lachaise Cemetery, where he was laid to rest among other distinguished figures of French military and public life.

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