Bernard-Louis, marquis de Chauvelin
French general and diplomat
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Bernard-Louis, marquis de Chauvelin, was a distinguished French soldier and diplomat. He began his military career in 1732 and quickly rose through the ranks, distinguishing himself in campaigns in Italy and Germany. He achieved the rank of field marshal in 1745. Beyond his military service, Chauvelin also served as a diplomat, notably as the French ambassador to Turin from 1753 to 1764. He played a role in the Corsican campaign, which led to the annexation of Corsica by France.1
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