Georges Pompidou
President of France from 1969 to 1974
1911 — 1974
Quick Facts
Profession
President of France from 1969 to 1974
Born
July 5, 1911
Died
1974 (age ~63)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
politician, banker
FranceBorn in MontboudifDied in 4th arrondissement of Paris
1911
Born in Montboudif (1911-07-05)
1927
AwardConcours général
1962
PositionPrime Minister of France (1962–1968)
1967
Positionmember of the French National Assembly (1967–1967)
1968
Positionmember of the French National Assembly (1968–1969)
1969
PositionPresident of the French Republic (1969–1974)
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Georges Jean Raymond Pompidou was a French politician who served as President of France from 1969 until his death in 1974. He had previously served from 1962 to 1968 as Prime Minister of France under President Charles de Gaulle, with whom he was closely associated throughout his career.
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Who is Georges Pompidou?+
Georges Jean Raymond Pompidou was a French politician who served as President of France from 1969 until his death in 1974. He had previously served from 1962 to 1968 as Prime Minister of France under President Charles de Gaulle, with whom he was closely associated throughout his career.
What does the name Georges mean?+
The name Georges means "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is of French origin.
When was Georges Pompidou born?+
Georges Pompidou was born on July 5, 1911.
When did Georges Pompidou die?+
Georges Pompidou died in 1974, at approximately 63 years of age.
Name Meaning
plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.
The name Georges is of French origin, meaning "plural of George. Etymology: From Geōrgius, from Γεώργιος.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Georges — July 5, 1911
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Legend.
— anon
The decisions behind closed doors... the world only saw half of it.
— a former aide
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
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