About Nicolas Geffrard
Lived 1871 – 1930 (aged 58–59). Nicolas Geffrard was a Haitian musician and composer.
Nicolas Fénélon Geffrard (1871 – 1930) was a Haitian musician best known for composing "La Dessalinienne", the Haitian national anthem. The piece was adopted in 1904 to celebrate one hundred years of Haitian independence. He spent part of his career working in Europe. Geffrard was a nephew of the general Nicolas Geffrard.
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Who was Nicolas Geffrard?
Nicolas Geffrard was a musician known for composing the Haitian national anthem.
When was Nicolas Geffrard born?
Nicolas Geffrard was born in 1871.
When did Nicolas Geffrard die?
Nicolas Geffrard died in 1930.
What was Nicolas Geffrard's occupation?
Nicolas Geffrard was a musician and composer.
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Nicolas Geffrard was Haitian.
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