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André Lassagne

1911 – 1953

French politician

Politician French resistance fighter
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About André Lassagne

Lived 1911 – 1953 (aged 41). André Lassagne was a French politician and french resistance fighter.

André Lassagne (23 April 1911 – 3 April 1953) was a member of the French Resistance during World War II. The secretary general of "L'Armée Secrète" (AS), he was arrested (along with Jean Moulin) on June 21, 1943, in Caluire-et-Cuire (Rhône). After the war he became Senator for Rhone and was awarded the Legion d'Honneur.

Before the war

Childhood Lassagne was born in Lyon, France.

Teaching and Military Careers

Resistance

Capture

Concentration Camps

After the war

Recognition Légion d'honneur Quai André Lassagne College André Lassagne Rue André Lassagne

Publication Feuillets Clandestins De Fresnes - (8 Juillet 1943-16 Février 1944)

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Important facts

Born
23 April 1911, 6th arrondissement of Lyon
Birth century
20th century
Died
4 April 1953, 2nd arrondissement of Lyon
Occupation
Politician, French resistance fighter
Nationality
France
Education
Lycée du Parc, University of Lyon
Positions held
Member of the general council, Senator of the French Fourth Republic, Substitute member of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, Representative of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe
Awards
Officer of the Legion of Honour; Croix de guerre 1939–1945; Resistance Medal; Deported French resistance
Also known as
Andre Lassagne

People in André Lassagne's life

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Jean Moulin
1899 – 1943
Official

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Frequently asked questions

Who was André Lassagne?

French politician (1911–1953)

When was André Lassagne born?

André Lassagne was born on 23 April 1911 in 6th arrondissement of Lyon.

When did André Lassagne die?

André Lassagne died on 4 April 1953 in 2nd arrondissement of Lyon.

What was André Lassagne's occupation?

André Lassagne was a politician and french resistance fighter.

What nationality was André Lassagne?

André Lassagne was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: André Lassagne

· Wikidata: Q2848093

· DBpedia: André Lassagne

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