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Politics & Law
Michel Pierre Clerc
1762–1848French magistrate and politician (1762-1848)
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Famous people · Abbenans, Doubs
Michel Pierre Clerc is the only name on the Abbenans list
The French magistrate and politician Michel Pierre Clerc was born in 1762. That places their birth before the Revolution. Their story is told in one language so far. Nearby, Baume-les-Dames, 11 mi away, lists 15, led by Jacques-Joseph Ebelmen.
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Michel Pierre Clerc
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Michel Pierre Clerc
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Who is the most famous person from Abbenans?
Michel Pierre Clerc (French magistrate and politician (1762-1848)) is the best known by our measure: 1 Wikipedia and sister-site articles in different languages.
How many famous people were born in Abbenans?
1 people born in Abbenans have a French Wikipedia article that confirms the town as their birthplace (and an English one that agrees, when there is one).
What is Abbenans known for?
Among its famous people, leaders: 1 of the 1. That is 100% of the town’s list, against 24% across French towns.
Who counts as from Abbenans?
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