Philippe Pétain
French military and political leader (1856–1951)
1856 — 1951
Quick Facts
Profession
French military and political leader (1856–1951)
Born
April 24, 1856
Died
1951 (age ~95)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
military personnel, politician, military officer
FranceBorn in Cauchy-à-la-TourDied in Port-Joinville
1856
Born in Cauchy-à-la-Tour (1856-04-24)
1918
AwardMarshal of France
1919
AwardCollar of the Order of Charles III
1920
Positionvice president (1920–1931)
1929
PositionSeat 18 of the Académie française (1929–1945)
1934
PositionMinister of War (1934–1934)
About
Henri Philippe Bénoni Omer Joseph Pétain, better known as Marshal Pétain, was a French military officer who commanded the French Army in World War I and later became the head of the collaborationist regime of Vichy France, from 1940 to 1944, during World War II.
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Who is Philippe Pétain?+
Henri Philippe Bénoni Omer Joseph Pétain, better known as Marshal Pétain, was a French military officer who commanded the French Army in World War I and later became the head of the collaborationist regime of Vichy France, from 1940 to 1944, during World War II.
What does the name Philippe mean?+
The name Philippe means "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is of French origin.
When was Philippe Pétain born?+
Philippe Pétain was born on April 24, 1856.
When did Philippe Pétain die?+
Philippe Pétain died in 1951, at approximately 95 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre
The name Philippe is of French origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is traditionally a male name.
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Philippe — April 24, 1856
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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The world is a little different because you existed.
— ?
Wrote my thesis on your legacy. Still not sure what to think.
— political science student
The decisions behind closed doors... the world only saw half of it.
— a former aide
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