Jean-Joseph Roux
French privateer of the late 18th century, active in the Mediterranean
About Jean-Joseph Roux
Lived 1769 – 1817 (aged 47–48). Jean-Joseph Roux was a French privateer.
Jean-Joseph Roux (Marseille, 1768 — Odessa, 1817) was a French privateer.
Career Roux became captain in 1809. He captained ships in six commerce raiding cruises: three on Jean Bart, one on Payan-Latour, and two on Babiole, totalling 21 prizes.
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Who was Jean-Joseph Roux?
French privateer of the late 18th century, active in the Mediterranean
When was Jean-Joseph Roux born?
Jean-Joseph Roux was born in 1769 in Marseille.
When did Jean-Joseph Roux die?
Jean-Joseph Roux died in 1817 in Odesa.
What was Jean-Joseph Roux's occupation?
Jean-Joseph Roux was a privateer.
What nationality was Jean-Joseph Roux?
Jean-Joseph Roux was French.
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