
Beninese politician (1909-1983)
1909 — 1983
Quick Facts
Profession
Beninese politician (1909-1983)
Born
June 28, 1909
Died
1983 (age ~74)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
military officer, politician
1909
Born in Abomey (1909-06-28)
1949
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1956
AwardCroix de guerre des théâtres d'opérations extérieures
1959
AwardOfficer of the Legion of Honour
1961
AwardCommander of the National Order of Benin
1963
PositionPresident of Dahomey (1963–1964)
Frequently Asked Questions
Christophe Soglo was a Beninese military officer and political leader.
The name Christophe means "a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher". It is of French origin.
Christophe Soglo was born on June 28, 1909.
Christophe Soglo died in 1983, at approximately 74 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher
The name Christophe is of French origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher". It is traditionally a male name.
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Christophe — June 28, 1909
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Would you name your baby Christophe?
Guestbook
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3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
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Respect.
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Actions
1963
PositionMinister of the Interior of Benin (1963–1964)
1965
PositionPresident of Dahomey (1965–1967)
1967
AwardGrand Cross of the Legion of Honour
1983
Died