Paul Vanuxem
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BornJuly 22, 1904
DiedJanuary 7, 1979 (aged 74)
RankMajor general
Paul Vanuxem | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 22, 1904 |
| Died | January 7, 1979 (aged 74) |
| Rank | Major general |
| Conflicts | First Indochina War |
| Awards | Legion of Honour |
Paul Fidèle Félicien Vanuxem , born on July 22, 1904, in Bully-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)[1] and died on January 7, 1979 (aged 74) in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, was a French major general and journalist .
Having served during World War II and the First Indochina War,[2] he is later known for his involvement in French Algeria.[3] and South Vietnam[4]
He was a Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour.[5]