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Louis-Philippe-Joseph, duc d’OrlĂ©ans: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Philippe EgalitĂ© ‱ Louis-Philippe-Joseph, duc de Chartres
Born April 13, 1747 ‱ Saint-Cloud ‱ France
Died November 6, 1793 (aged 46) ‱ Paris ‱ France
Title / Office National Convention (1792-1793) ‱ Estates-General (1789-1789)
Political Affiliation Jacobin Club ‱ Montagnard
Notable Family Members father Louis-Philippe, duc d’OrlĂ©ans ‱ son Louis-Philippe
Role In French Revolution

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