Jean Chanorier
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Jean Chanorier (16 November 1746, Lyon – 29 May 1806, Croissy-sur-Seine),[1] was a French agronomist and politician. Lord and then mayor of Croissy-sur-Seine, he was a legislator, then general councilor for Seine-et-Oise and associate member of the Institut of France.
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Jean Chanorier | |
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French legislator | |
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Born | 16 November 1746 Lyon |
Died | 29 May 1806 Croissy-sur-Seine |
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He is best known for introducing the Merino sheep breed to France. His friendship with Joséphine de Beauharnais earned him government protection under the Consulate, and his election to the Institut.