Jean-Baptiste Roussilhe

1732–1822 (age 90)

Biography

Jean-Baptiste Roussilhe was a French citizen whose exceptionally long life spanned nearly a century, from the mid-18th century through the early decades of the 19th century. His longevity allowed him to witness the entire arc of the French Revolution, the Napoleonic era, and the subsequent restoration of the monarchy, experiencing firsthand the transformations that reshaped European civilization.

Roussilhe's burial in Père Lachaise Cemetery honors a life of remarkable duration and historical significance. His grave stands as a reminder of those who lived through the most turbulent and transformative period in modern French history, serving as a living link between the old regime and the modern world.

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