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Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin

1841 – 1916

Military engineer

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About Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin

Lived 1841 – 1916 (aged 75). Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin was a French military engineer.

Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin (16 November 1841 Bourg-en-Bresse – 15 December 1916) was a Batalion Chief of the engineering, aide-de-camp of Raymond Adolphe Séré de Rivières

Mougin was secretary to the Commussion des Cuirassements, established to develop fortifications for the border of France and Germany after the Franco-Prussian War. He developed the Mougin turret of thick rolled steel on a concrete base.

He was awarded to the Chevalier of the Legion of Honour in 1871 and Official of the Legion of Honour in 1908.

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Important facts

Born
16 November 1841, Bourg-en-Bresse
Birth century
19th century
Died
15 December 1916
Occupation
Military engineer
Nationality
France
Education
École polytechnique
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Officer of the Legion of Honour

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin?

Military engineer (1841–1916)

When was Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin born?

Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin was born on 16 November 1841 in Bourg-en-Bresse.

When did Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin die?

Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin died on 15 December 1916.

What was Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin's occupation?

Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin was a military engineer.

What nationality was Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin?

Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henri-Louis-Philippe Mougin

· Wikidata: Q3130418

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