Michel Debré 1912 – 1996

Biography

Michel Debré was born on January 15, 1912, in Paris, during a transformative period in French history. Throughout his life, he would become one of France’s most influential political figures, leaving a lasting mark on the nation’s governance and institutions during critical decades of the twentieth century.

Debré served as Prime Minister of France, a position that placed him at the heart of significant national decisions and constitutional matters. His tenure represented an important chapter in French political leadership, during which he worked to shape policies that would affect generations of French citizens. His career reflected both his commitment to public service and his deep involvement in the complex political landscape of post-war France.

In his later years, Debré faced the progressive challenges of Parkinson’s disease. He passed away on August 2, 1996, in Montlouis-sur-Loire at the age of 79. Following his death, he was laid to rest at Amboise Cemetery, where he remains honored as a significant figure in French political history. His legacy continues to be remembered in the annals of French governance and public administration.