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Marcel Grosdidier de Matons

1885 – 1945

French historian

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About Marcel Grosdidier de Matons

Lived 1885 – 1945 (aged 60). Marcel Grosdidier de Matons was a French historian, professeur agrégé and writer.

Marcel Victor Felix Grosdidier de Matons (9 October 1885 – 2 December 1945) was a French historian.

Life Born in Paris, de Matons has written numerous books on the history of Lorraine, and was rewarded with the Montyon Prize by the Académie française.

He is the father of and grandfather of François Grosdidier.

Matons died in Paramé (Ille-et-Vilaine) at age 60.

Publications Le Comté de Bar des origines au Traité de Bruges vers 950-1301. Le mystère de Jeanne d'Arc. (Montyon Prize, 1937) Les villes d'art célèbres: Metz, illustrated book with 80 rotogravures, Librairie Renouard, H. Laurens, publisher, 1957 Nouveau Guide de Metz En Lorraine En Lorraine: au cœur de la Lorraine. (Prix Erckmann-Chatrian, 1937) En Lorraine: de l'Argonne aux Vosges.

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Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Prix Erckmann-Chatrian; Montyon Prize; Officier d'académie; Order of the Dragon of Annam
Also known as
Marcel Victor Felix Grosdidier de Matons

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Marcel Grosdidier de Matons?

French historian (1885-1945)

When was Marcel Grosdidier de Matons born?

Marcel Grosdidier de Matons was born on 9 November 1885 in Paris.

When did Marcel Grosdidier de Matons die?

Marcel Grosdidier de Matons died on 2 December 1945 in Paramé.

What was Marcel Grosdidier de Matons's occupation?

Marcel Grosdidier de Matons was a historian, professeur agrégé and writer.

What nationality was Marcel Grosdidier de Matons?

Marcel Grosdidier de Matons was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Marcel Grosdidier de Matons

· Wikidata: Q3289003

· DBpedia: Marcel Grosdidier de Matons

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