Felix Faure (Tilly)
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Felix Faure (Tilly)
FRANCOIS-FELIX FAURE French statesman, President from 1895 (he died in office). Date: 1841-1899
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1841 1899 Died Faure Felix Francois Office Tilly 1895
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This photograph captures the enigmatic figure of François-Felix Faure, the 13th President of the French Republic, who served from 1895 until his untimely death in office in 1899. Born on August 2, 1841, Faure was a prominent French statesman who rose to prominence during the Third Republic. Faure's political career began in the National Assembly in 1871, where he served as a deputy for the Loire-Inférieure department. He later held various cabinet positions, including Minister of Public Instruction and Minister of War. Faure's political beliefs were characterized by his commitment to protecting the interests of the agricultural and industrial sectors, as well as his support for colonial expansion. In 1895, Faure was elected President of the French Republic, succeeding Félix Goupil. His presidency was marked by a focus on domestic policy, including the implementation of social welfare programs and the expansion of public works projects. However, Faure's tenure was cut short when he died suddenly on February 16, 1899, just over two years into his presidency. The circumstances of his death remain a subject of controversy, with some speculating that he may have been the victim of an assassination plot. Despite the controversy surrounding his death, Faure's legacy as a French statesman and President endures. This photograph, taken during his presidency, captures the essence of a complex and enigmatic figure who played a significant role in shaping the political landscape of late 19th-century France.
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