Jacques Massu
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Jacques Émile Massu (French pronunciation: [ʒak masy]; 5 May 1908 – 26 October 2002) was a French general who fought in World War II, the First Indochina War, the Algerian War and the Suez crisis. He led French troops in the Battle of Algiers, first supporting and later denouncing their use of torture.
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Jacques Massu | |
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Born | 5 May 1908 Châlons-sur-Marne, France |
Died | 26 October 2002(2002-10-26) (aged 94) Conflans-sur-Loing, France |
Allegiance | France Free French Forces |
Service/ | French Army |
Years of service | 1928–1969 |
Rank | Général d'armée |
Commands held | 10th Parachute Division (France) French forces in Germany |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Grand Cross of the Légion d'honneur Companion of the Liberation Distinguished Service Order (UK) |
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