Pierre Augustin Moncousu
French naval officer
About Pierre Augustin Moncousu
Lived 1756 – 1801 (aged 44). Pierre Augustin Moncousu was a French officer of the French Navy.
Pierre Augustin Moncousu (; August 1756 – 6 July 1801 ) was a French naval officer.
Career Moncousu was born in Baugé. He took part in the Battle of Groix commanding Redoutable, and died at the First Battle of Algeciras.
Family Moncousu's first-born son was also named Pierre-Augustin, and served in the Navy as well. Ensign in 1815, he was expelled from the Navy after fomenting a plot with five other officers to ferry Napoléon from Rochefort to the United States.
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Who was Pierre Augustin Moncousu?
French naval officer
When was Pierre Augustin Moncousu born?
Pierre Augustin Moncousu was born on 26 August 1756 in Bauné.
When did Pierre Augustin Moncousu die?
Pierre Augustin Moncousu died on 6 July 1801 in Bay of Gibraltar.
What was Pierre Augustin Moncousu's occupation?
Pierre Augustin Moncousu was an officer of the French Navy.
What nationality was Pierre Augustin Moncousu?
Pierre Augustin Moncousu was French.
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