Raphaël Vienot
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Raphaël Vienot (31 August 1804 – 2 May 1855) was colonel of the French Army who particularly illustrated himself during the Crimean War and was killed in action while leading the assault of his regiment. He is the patron of a promotion at the (Corniche brutionne [fr]).
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Raphaël Vienot | |
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Born | 31 August 1804 France |
Died | 2 May 1855 (1855-05-03) (aged 50) Sevastopol Mort au combat |
Allegiance | France |
Service/ | French Army French Foreign Legion |
Years of service | 1823 - 1855 |
Rank | Colonel |
Commands held | 1st Regiment of the 1st Foreign Legion 1er R.E.L.E |
Battles/wars | Crimean War (French: Guerre de Crimée) |
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