Marcel Carpentier
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Marcel Maurice Carpentier (French pronunciation: [maʁsɛl mɔʁis kaʁpɑ̃tje]; 2 March 1895 – 14 September 1977) was a French Army general who served in World War I, World War II and First Indochina War.
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Marcel Carpentier | |
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Born | 2 March 1895 (1895-03-02) Marseille, France |
Died | 14 September 1977(1977-09-14) (aged 82) Mettray, France |
Allegiance | France |
Service/ | French Army |
Years of service | 1914–1956 |
Rank | Général d'Armée |
Commands held | 2nd Moroccan Infantry Division French Far East Expeditionary Corps |
Battles/wars | World War I World War II First Indochina War |
Awards | Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor |
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