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Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville

1782 – 1870

French writer and librarian

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About Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville

Lived 1782 – 1870 (aged 87). Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville was a French linguist, poet, translator, librarian, politician and writer.

Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville (3 March 1782, Abbeville – 22 January 1870, Paris) was a French man of letters and poet. He was elected the tenth occupant of Académie française seat 31 in 1830.

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Important facts

Born
3 March 1782, Abbeville
Birth century
18th century
Died
22 January 1870, rue Taranne, Paris
Occupation
Linguist, poet, translator, librarian, politician, writer
Nationality
France
Positions held
Mayor of Neuilly-l'Hôpital, Mayor of Nanterre, Seat 31 of the Académie française
Awards
Commander of the Legion of Honour
Also known as
Jean-Baptiste-Antoine-Aimé Sanson de Pongerville, Jean-Baptiste-Antoine-Aime Sanson de Pongerville, Jean Baptiste Aimé Sanson de Pongerville, Jean Baptiste Antoine Aimé Sanson de Pongerville

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville?

French writer and librarian

When was Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville born?

Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville was born on 3 March 1782 in Abbeville.

When did Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville die?

Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville died on 22 January 1870 in rue Taranne, Paris.

What was Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville's occupation?

Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville was a linguist, poet, translator, librarian, politician and writer.

What nationality was Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville?

Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville

· Wikidata: Q3164434

· DBpedia: Jean-Baptiste Sanson de Pongerville

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