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Pierre Messmer

Pierre Messmer , 1916-, French political leader. In World War II he fought with the Free French forces before joining General de Gaulle 's staff. After the war, he held several overseas posts. A devoted supporter of de Gaulle, he served (1960-69) as minister of defense until de Gaulle's resignation as president. In 1971 he became minister of overseas departments and territories. In 1972, President Pompidou appointed him to replace Jacques Chaban-Delmas as premier. He was succeeded in 1974 by Jacques Chirac, but continued as member of the national assembly until 1988.

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