About Marie Louis Descorches
Lived 1749 – 1830 (aged 80). Marie Louis Descorches was a French diplomat, military personnel and official.
Marie Louis Henri Descorches (17 September 1749 – 1830) was a French diplomat.
Born into French nobility (marquis d`Escorches de Sainte Croix) he enlisted in the French Army, reaching the rank of a colonel in 1780. He renounced his title, adopted the name Descorches and became a vivid supporter of the French Revolution. He was French representative in Poland (1791–1792) and Ottoman Empire (1793–1795). He was prefect of Drôme from 1800 to 1815.
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Who was Marie Louis Descorches?
French diplomat (1749-1830)
When was Marie Louis Descorches born?
Marie Louis Descorches was born on 17 September 1749 in Sainte-Croix-sur-Orne.
When did Marie Louis Descorches die?
Marie Louis Descorches died on 2 September 1830 in Survie.
What was Marie Louis Descorches's occupation?
Marie Louis Descorches was a diplomat, military personnel and official.
What nationality was Marie Louis Descorches?
Marie Louis Descorches was French.
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