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Charles de Gaulle
Wikidata describes Charles de Gaulle as French general and statesman (1890–1970).
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English Wikidata description, retrieved 2026-11-05 UTC. This is a starting point; independent biography review is pending.
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Career highlights
As recorded by Wikidata:
- Award received: Grand Cross of the National Order of Merit
- Notable work: Mémoires de guerre
- Public office: President of the French Republic · from 1959-01-08 · to 1969-04-28
- Education: École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr
- Award received: Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour
- Public office: President of the Council · from 1958-06-01 · to 1959-01-08
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