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Pierre de Ségur

1853 – 1916

French writer and historian

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Lived 1853 – 1916 (aged 63). Pierre de Ségur was a French historian, writer and biographer.

'''Pierre-Marie-Maurice-Henri,

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Important facts

Born
13 February 1853, Paris
Birth century
19th century
Died
13 August 1916, Poissy
Occupation
Historian, writer, biographer
Nationality
France
Education
Collège Stanislas de Paris
Positions held
Seat 5 of the Académie française
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Guizot Prize; Montyon Prize; Grand Prix Gobert
Also known as
Pierre de Segur, Pierre, marquis de Ségur

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Pierre de Ségur?

French writer and historian (1853-1916)

When was Pierre de Ségur born?

Pierre de Ségur was born on 13 February 1853 in Paris.

When did Pierre de Ségur die?

Pierre de Ségur died on 13 August 1916 in Poissy.

What was Pierre de Ségur's occupation?

Pierre de Ségur was a historian, writer and biographer.

What nationality was Pierre de Ségur?

Pierre de Ségur was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pierre de Ségur

· Wikidata: Q743960

· DBpedia: Pierre de Ségur

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