About Louis Sanmarco
Lived 1912 – 2009 (aged 97). Louis Sanmarco was a French colonial administrator.
Louis Sanmarco (April 7, 1912 – October 9, 2009) was a French colonial administrator of Italian origin. He served as the governor of the colony of Ubangi-Shari from 1954 until 1957, and served as Governor of Gabon from 29 January 1958 to 28 November 1958. As Governor of Gabon, he pushed for the incorporation of Gabon into France as an overseas department. He then served as High Commissioner of Gabon from 1958 to 1959. He was born in Martigues and died in Paris.
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Who was Louis Sanmarco?
French politician (1912-2009)
When was Louis Sanmarco born?
Louis Sanmarco was born on 7 April 1912 in Marseille.
When did Louis Sanmarco die?
Louis Sanmarco died on 9 October 2009 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Louis Sanmarco's occupation?
Louis Sanmarco was a colonial administrator.
What nationality was Louis Sanmarco?
Louis Sanmarco was French.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Louis Sanmarco. https://biography.guide/louis-sanmarco/
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