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Joseph Rue

1894 – 1976

French admiral

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About Joseph Rue

Lived 1894 – 1976 (aged 82). Joseph Rue was a French naval officer.

Joseph Rue was a French vice-admiral during World War II. He led a fleet of 10 warships in the shelling of Royan in April 1945.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Nationality
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Officer of the Legion of Honour; Commander of the Legion of Honour; Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Joseph Rue's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Joseph Rue?

French admiral (1894-1976)

When was Joseph Rue born?

Joseph Rue was born on 29 January 1894 in Callian.

When did Joseph Rue die?

Joseph Rue died on 11 February 1976 in Toulon.

What was Joseph Rue's occupation?

Joseph Rue was a naval officer.

What nationality was Joseph Rue?

Joseph Rue was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Joseph Rue

· Wikidata: Q6286691

· DBpedia: Joseph Rue

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