Philippe Merlin De Douai
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Philippe Merlin De Douai
PHILIPPE ANTOINE MERLIN DE DOUAI French statesman during the Revolution and after. Date: 1754 - 1838
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1754 1838 Antoine Douai Merlin Philippe Revolution
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Philippe Antoine Merlin de Douai: A Prominent Figure in French Politics During the Revolutionary Era This portrait depicts Philippe Antoine Merlin de Douai (1754-1838), a French statesman who played a significant role in the political landscape of France during the Revolution and its aftermath. Merlin de Douai was born in Douai, a town in northern France, and rose to prominence as a lawyer and politician. During the French Revolution, Merlin de Douai served as a deputy to the National Convention, the legislative body that oversaw the drafting of the French Constitution. He was a moderate, advocating for a constitutional monarchy and the protection of property rights. Merlin de Douai's political stance was instrumental in the survival of the monarchy during the tumultuous years of the Revolution. Following the establishment of the Bourbon Restoration in 1814, Merlin de Douai continued to hold prominent political positions. He served as the President of the Council of State and was a member of the Chamber of Deputies. Merlin de Douai's long and distinguished career in French politics culminated in his appointment as the Minister of the Interior in 1828. Merlin de Douai's legacy is marked by his commitment to the rule of law and his efforts to maintain stability during a time of great political upheaval. He is remembered as a moderate voice in the tumultuous world of French politics during the Revolution and its aftermath. This portrait, with its solemn expression and formal attire, serves as a poignant reminder of the complex political landscape of 19th-century France and the men and women who shaped its destiny.
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