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Cabinet Of François-Pierre Guizot
The Cabinet of François-Pierre Guizot was the last ministry of King Louis Philippe I of France, formed by decree of 19 September 1847. It replaced the Third cabinet of Nicolas Jean-de-Dieu Soult. It was dissolved when the Provisional Government was formed on 24 February 1848 after the February Revolution. Ministers The ministers were: *President of the Council and Minister of Foreign Affairs: François Guizot *Interior: Tanneguy Duchâtel **Sub-secretary of State for the Interior : Antoine François Passy *Justice and Religious Affairs: Michel Hébert *War: Camille Alphonse Trézel **Sub-secretary of State for War: Pierre Magne (as of 24 November 1847) *Finance: Pierre Sylvain Dumon *Navy and Colonies: Louis Napoléon Lannes Louis Napoléon Auguste Lannes, 2nd duc de Montebello (30 July 1801 – 18 July 1874) was a French diplomat and politician. Life and career Born in Paris, he was the son of Jean Lannes, 1st duc de Montebello, Marshal of the Empire, who died from ... ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
François Guizot
François Pierre Guillaume Guizot (; 4 October 1787 – 12 September 1874) was a French historian, orator, and statesman. Guizot was a dominant figure in French politics prior to the Revolution of 1848. A conservative liberal who opposed the attempt by King Charles X to usurp legislative power, he worked to sustain a constitutional monarchy following the July Revolution of 1830. He then served the "citizen king" Louis Philippe, as Minister of Education, 1832–37, ambassador to London, Foreign Minister 1840–1847, and finally Prime Minister of France from 19 September 1847 to 23 February 1848. Guizot's influence was critical in expanding public education, which under his ministry saw the creation of primary schools in every French commune. As a leader of the "Doctrinaires", committed to supporting the policies of Louis Phillipe and limitations on further expansion of the political franchise, he earned the hatred of more left-leaning liberals and republicans through his unswer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
