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Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville

1686 – 1742

French writer and clergyman

Catholic priest
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Lived 1686 – 1742 (aged 55–56). Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville was a French catholic priest.

Claude François Alexandre Houtteville (1686, Paris – 9 November 1742, Paris) was a French churchman and religious writer.

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Important facts

Born
1686, Paris
Birth century
17th century
Died
9 November 1742, Paris
Occupation
Catholic priest
Nationality
France
Positions held
Perpetual secretary of the French Academy, Seat 24 of the Académie française, Abbot

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville?

French writer and clergyman (1686-1742)

When was Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville born?

Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville was born in 1686 in Paris.

When did Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville die?

Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville died on 9 November 1742 in Paris.

What was Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville's occupation?

Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville was a catholic priest.

What nationality was Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville?

Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville

· Wikidata: Q1096330

· DBpedia: Claude-François-Alexandre Houtteville

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