About Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin
Lived 1791 – 1882 (aged 90). Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin was a French military personnel, inventor, french Army and invention, known for Carabine à tige.
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin (; 1791–1882) was a French Army general. He invented the , based on a method by which muzzle-loading rifles could be easily and effectively loaded.
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Who was Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin?
French general (1791-1882)
When was Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin born?
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin was born on 12 November 1791 in Moyenvic.
When did Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin die?
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin died on 19 April 1882 in Le Cellier.
What was Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin's occupation?
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin was a military personnel, inventor, french Army and invention.
What was Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin known for?
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin was known for Carabine à tige.
What nationality was Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin?
Louis-Étienne de Thouvenin was French.
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