Louis Barthou

Jean Louis Barthou (August 25, 1862 – October 9, 1934) was a French politician of the Third Republic. He was Prime Minister of France in 1913. Barthou was an authority on Trade Union history and law.

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August 25 - 1862 - October 9 - 1934 - French - Third Republic - 1913 - Trade Union

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He was serving as Foreign Minister when he was assassinated in Marseille in 1934 along with King Alexander of Yugoslavia. He was the primary figure behind the Franco-Soviet Mutual Assistance Pact, which was signed by his successor, Pierre Laval.

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Foreign Minister - Marseille - 1934 - Alexander of Yugoslavia - Pierre Laval

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