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Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé

1773 – 1839

French politician and officer

Politician Military officer Baron of the Empire
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About Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé

Lived 1773 – 1839 (aged 65). Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé was a French politician, military officer and baron of the Empire.

Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé (; 16 June 1773 – 25 January 1839) became a French division commander during the Napoleonic Wars. He joined a volunteer regiment in 1791 and fought at Thionville in 1792. He was named commander of an infantry demi-brigade in 1800. He led his regiment at Golymin in 1806 and Eylau in 1807. He was promoted general of brigade in 1807. After being transferred to Spain, he was promoted general of division in 1811. He led his troops at Bornos in 1811. He commanded a division at Leipzig in 1813 and at Mainz in 1814. He was elected a deputy in 1822 and remained in politics until 1837. His surname is one of the names inscribed under the Arc de Triomphe, on Column 35.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Member of the French National Assembly
Awards
Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour; List of names inscribed on the Arc de Triomphe; Légion d'Honneur
Also known as
Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semelle

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People whose lives overlapped Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé?

French politician and officer (1773-1839)

When was Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé born?

Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé was born on 16 June 1773 in Metz.

When did Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé die?

Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé died on 25 January 1839 in Courcelles-Chaussy.

What was Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé's occupation?

Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé was a politician, military officer and baron of the Empire.

What nationality was Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé?

Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé

· Wikidata: Q3164363

· DBpedia: Jean-Baptiste Pierre de Semellé

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