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Louis Terrenoire

1908 – 1992

French politician and journalist

Politician Journalist French resistance fighter
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About Louis Terrenoire

Lived 1908 – 1992 (aged 83). Louis Terrenoire was a French politician, journalist and french resistance fighter.

Louis Terrenoire (; 10 November 1908, Lyon – 9 January 1992) was a French politician from Union for the New Republic. He was Member of Parliament for Orne's 1st constituency and served as Minister of Information between 1960 and 1961.

Personal life Louis Terrenoire was born into a family of six children at 22 rue de Condé in Lyon. He was the son of Jean Terrenoire (1876-1949), a traveling salesman and glove maker, and Jeanne Collet (1877-1918). His paternal grandparents were artisans. His son Alain Terrenoire is also a politician.

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Important facts

Born
10 November 1908, 2nd arrondissement of Lyon
Birth century
20th century
Died
9 January 1992, 13th arrondissement of Paris
Occupation
Politician, journalist, French resistance fighter
Nationality
France
Positions held
Member of the French National Assembly, Mayor of Ceaucé, Member of the European Parliament
Awards
Commander of the Legion of Honour

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Louis Terrenoire?

French politician and journalist (1908-1992)

When was Louis Terrenoire born?

Louis Terrenoire was born on 10 November 1908 in 2nd arrondissement of Lyon.

When did Louis Terrenoire die?

Louis Terrenoire died on 9 January 1992 in 13th arrondissement of Paris.

What was Louis Terrenoire's occupation?

Louis Terrenoire was a politician, journalist and french resistance fighter.

What nationality was Louis Terrenoire?

Louis Terrenoire was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Louis Terrenoire

· Wikidata: Q1871995

· DBpedia: Louis Terrenoire

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