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Also Known As Jacques-René Hébert • Père Duchesne
Born November 15, 1757 • Alençon • France • (Birthday in 2 days)
Died March 24, 1794 (aged 36) • Paris • France
Political Affiliation Club of the Cordeliers • Hébertist • Jacobin Club
Role In Commune of Paris • French Revolution

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