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Philippe de Rohan-Chabot

1815 – 1875

French diplomat

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About Philippe de Rohan-Chabot

Lived 1815 – 1875 (aged 59). Philippe de Rohan-Chabot was a French diplomat, writer and soldier.

Philippe-Ferdinand-Auguste de Rohan-Chabot (1815–1875), comte de Jarnac, was a French diplomat of aristocratic descent.

Descended from the ancient Breton family currently represented by Josselin de Rohan, the 14th Duke. He was the only son of General Louis-Guy-Charles-Guillaume de Rohan by his wife Lady Isabelle Fitzgerald, daughter of William FitzGerald, 2nd Duke of Leinster. He succeeded his father in the family titles of vicomte de Chabot and comte de Jarnac. Educated at Harrow School After leading the expedition which returned Emperor Napoleon's remains from Saint Helena, He withdrew from Diplomatic Work 1848-1870 and Lived on his estates in Tipperary, Ireland. He was later appointed, in 1871, French Ambassador to the United Kingdom and was Ambassador again 1874-1875.

He Died in London 22nd May 1875

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Positions held
Ambassador of France to the United Kingdom
Awards
Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
Also known as
Phillippe Ferdinand Augustus de Rohan-Chabot, Vicomte de Chabot, Philippe-Ferdinand-Auguste de Rohan-Chabot

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Philippe de Rohan-Chabot?

French diplomat (1815–1875)

When was Philippe de Rohan-Chabot born?

Philippe de Rohan-Chabot was born on 2 June 1815.

When did Philippe de Rohan-Chabot die?

Philippe de Rohan-Chabot died on 22 March 1875 in Château de la Grange-Bléneau.

What was Philippe de Rohan-Chabot's occupation?

Philippe de Rohan-Chabot was a diplomat, writer and soldier.

What nationality was Philippe de Rohan-Chabot?

Philippe de Rohan-Chabot was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Philippe de Rohan-Chabot

· Wikidata: Q3380999

· DBpedia: Philippe de Rohan-Chabot

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