About Jean Ballard
Lived 1893 – 1973 (aged 79). Jean Ballard was a French publisher, poet and editor.
Jean Ballard (14 November 1893 – 18 June 1973) was a French poet, writer and editor.
Early life Jean Ballard was born in Marseille, France. He grew up in Marseille and passed his Baccalaureate, specialising in mathematics.
Career Ballard began his writing career with Fortunio, a literary review founded by author Marcel Pagnol.
Death and legacy Ballard died in 1973 in his hometown of Marseille. He was 79 years old. The Cours Jean Ballard in the 1st arrondissement of Marseille was named in his honour.
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Who was Jean Ballard?
French publisher and poet (1893–1973)
When was Jean Ballard born?
Jean Ballard was born on 14 November 1893 in Marseille.
When did Jean Ballard die?
Jean Ballard died on 18 June 1973 in Marseille.
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Jean Ballard was a publisher, poet and editor.
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Jean Ballard was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jean Ballard. https://biography.guide/jean-ballard/
MLA: "Jean Ballard." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jean-ballard/.
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