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Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve

1671 – 1720

French privateer

PrivateerShip-owner
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About Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve

Lived 1671 – 1720 (aged 48–49). Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve was a French privateer and ship-owner.

Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve (4 January 1671 – c. 1720 ) was a Breton privateer.

Career Born in Saint-Malo, Surcouf de Maisonneuve captained the privateer Aimable under the reign of Louis XIV.

Legacy Amongst the descendants of Surcouf de Maisonneuve were Robert Surcouf

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Important facts

Born
4 January 1671, Saint-Malo
Birth century
17th century
Died
1720
Occupation
Privateer, ship-owner
Nationality
France

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve?

French privateer

When was Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve born?

Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve was born on 4 January 1671 in Saint-Malo.

When did Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve die?

Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve died in 1720.

What was Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve's occupation?

Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve was a privateer and ship-owner.

What nationality was Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve?

Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve

· Wikidata: Q16977759

· DBpedia: Robert Surcouf de Maisonneuve

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