Английская Википедия:Henri Yrissou

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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Infobox person Henri Yrissou (May 15, 1909 - June 21, 2009) was a French World War II veteran and politician. He served as a member of the National Assembly and as the mayor of Gaillac.

Early life

Henri Yrissou was born in Nîmes, France on May 15, 1909.[1] During World War II, he joined the French Resistance and consequently received the Resistance Medal; he also received the Croix de Guerre and became a Commander of the Legion of Honour.[1] Additionally, he became a Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.[2]

Career

Yrissou was Public Works and Foreign Affairs Minister Antoine Pinay's chief of staff from 1950 to 1955.[1] He then served as a member of the National Assembly from November 30, 1958 to October 9, 1962, representing Tarn.[3] He also served as the mayor of Gaillac from 1959 to 1977.[2] As mayor, he oversaw the construction of the sewage system and lured a plastics factory to create jobs.[2]

Death

Yrissou died on June 21, 2009.[1]

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