Louis-Marie Moris

Biography

Louis-Marie Moris lived through nearly a century of European history, from 1808 to 1900. His long life encompassed the dramatic transformations of the nineteenth century, from the Napoleonic era through the Belle Époque.

Moris's extended lifespan allowed him to witness unprecedented change and progress. He is remembered as part of the historical continuum, with his final resting place at the distinguished Père Lachaise Cemetery in Paris.