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Jean-Lambert Tallien: Quick Facts

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Facts

Born January 23, 1767 • Paris • France
Died November 16, 1820 (aged 53) • Paris • France • (Anniversary in 3 days)
Political Affiliation Montagnard
Role In Commune of Paris • French Revolution • Thermidorian Reaction

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Tallien, engraving by F. Bonneville, late 18th century
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