André Demetz

André Demetz (1902–1977) was a French general, who fought in World War II and later rose to high rank after the war. Demetz was the first commander of the 25th Airborne Division^[1] during a period in which the French Army was redefining itself following the defeats and internal conflicts of World War II. He later commanded a military region, was Military Governor of Paris, and also served as the Chief of Staff for Administration and Logistics at NATO Headquarters.^[2]

Born10 December 1902

Dijon, France

Died17 November 1977(1977-11-17) (aged 74)

Monthelon, France

Allegiance French Army

RankArmy General (France)

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André Demetz
André Demetz
Born	10 December 1902 Dijon, France
Died	17 November 1977(1977-11-17) (aged 74) Monthelon, France
Allegiance	French Army
Rank	Army General (France)
Commands	2nd Dragoon Regiment (1944) 25th Airborne Division (1946) 1st Armored Division (1952) 6th Military Region (1956) Military Governor of Paris (1960)
Conflicts	World War II Dragoon Alsace 1944–1945 Southern Germany 1945

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