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Robert Ranjard

1881 – 1960

French physician and archaeologist

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Lived 1881 – 1960 (aged 79). Robert Ranjard was a French physician and archaeologist.

Robert Ranjard (born Marie Louis Robert Ranjard; 13 January 1881 – 28 May 1960) was a French physician and archaeologist.

Biography Robert Ranjard was born on 13 January 1881 in Montrichard, Loir-et-Cher, where his father operated a notary's office. At the age of 17, he enrolled in the medical school in Tours. He later pursued advanced studies in otolaryngology in Paris, where he married Marguerite Courselles-Dumont on 29 November 1905 in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Upon qualifying as a physician, he settled permanently in Tours, practicing medicine there until 1940.

In 1948, Ranjard suffered an accident that forced him to gradually curtail his activities. He was appointed a Knight of the Legion of Honour in October 1953.

Selected publications A more comprehensive list of Robert Ranjard's publications is available on the Académie de Touraine website.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Robert-Badinter School Complex, Preparatory School of Medicine and Pharmacy of Tours (1841-1955), Paris Medical Faculty
Positions held
President
Awards
Knight of the Legion of Honour; Montyon Prize

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Ranjard?

French physician and archaeologist (1881-1960)

When was Robert Ranjard born?

Robert Ranjard was born on 13 January 1881 in Loir-et-Cher.

When did Robert Ranjard die?

Robert Ranjard died on 28 May 1960 in Tours.

What was Robert Ranjard's occupation?

Robert Ranjard was a physician and archaeologist.

What nationality was Robert Ranjard?

Robert Ranjard was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Ranjard

· Wikidata: Q47028401

· DBpedia: Robert Ranjard

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