Gabriel Monnet
French political economist regarded by as a chief architect of European unity (1888-1979)
1888 — 1979
Quick Facts
Profession
French political economist regarded by as a chief architect of European unity (1888-1979)
Born
November 9, 1888
Died
1979 (age ~91)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
politician, businessperson, economist
FranceBorn in CognacDied in The Jean Monnet House
1888
Born in Cognac (1888-11-09)
1952
PositionPresident of the High Authority of the European Coal and Steel Community (1952–1955)
1953
AwardCharlemagne Prize
1953
AwardWateler Peace Prize
1963
AwardPresidential Medal of Freedom
1976
Awardhonorary citizen of Europe
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Jean Omer Marie Gabriel Monnet was a French civil servant, entrepreneur, diplomat, financier, and administrator. An influential supporter of European unity, he is considered one of the founding fathers of the European Union.
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Who is Gabriel Monnet?+
Jean Omer Marie Gabriel Monnet was a French civil servant, entrepreneur, diplomat, financier, and administrator. An influential supporter of European unity, he is considered one of the founding fathers of the European Union.
What does the name Gabriel mean?+
The name Gabriel means "male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Gabriel Monnet born?+
Gabriel Monnet was born on November 9, 1888.
When did Gabriel Monnet die?+
Gabriel Monnet died in 1979, at approximately 91 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)
The name Gabriel is of Portuguese origin, meaning "male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gabriel — November 9, 1888
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
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