Georges Pompidou

Georges Pompidou was a French politician who served as President of France from 1969 to his death in 1974. He was earlier the longest-ever Prime Minister of France, under President Charles de Gaulle, from 1962 to 1968.

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Profession :

World Leader

Birthday :

July 5, 1911

Death Date:

April 02, 1974

Age :

62

Georges Jean Raymond Pompidou was a prominent French politician who held the position of President of France from 1969 until his passing in 1974. Before his presidency, he had an extensive tenure as Prime Minister under President Charles de Gaulle from 1962 to 1968, making him the longest-serving Prime Minister in French history. Pompidou is well-known for his endeavors to modernize France and bolster its economy. He played a significant role in the development of the Centre Georges Pompidou, a contemporary cultural and art center in Paris, and initiated the French-Israeli nuclear program. A passionate collector of modernist art, Pompidou organized an exhibition showcasing his personal collection at the Louvre museum during his time as president.