Jean Casimir-Perier 1847 – 1907

Biography

Jean Casimir-Perier was born on November 8, 1847, in the former 1st arrondissement of Paris, into a family with deep roots in French public life. He would go on to serve as the sixth President of the French Republic, a position of considerable responsibility during a formative period in the nation’s history. His life spanned the latter half of the nineteenth century, a time of significant political and social transformation in France.

Casimir-Perier’s career culminated in his election to the presidency, where he worked to guide the Republic through its challenges. Though his tenure reflected the complexities of French politics in that era, his service represented his commitment to the nation he was born to serve. He remained connected to Paris throughout his life, the city that shaped his early years and political identity.

On March 11, 1907, Casimir-Perier passed away in Paris at the age of fifty-nine, his death resulting from angina pectoris. He was laid to rest at the Chapelle Casimir-Périer in Pont-sur-Seine, a final resting place befitting his standing and family legacy. His life stands as a testament to a significant chapter in France’s republican history.