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Counter Admiral Aristide Louis Antoine Vallon (July 26, 1826 – March 11, 1897) was born in Le Conquet. He became Commandeur of the Légion d'honneur on January 18, 1881, and was appointed Governor of Senegal the following year. After serving in this position, he became Deputy of Senegal and subsequently Deputy of Brest, France. He died in Paris and was buried in Mirepoix, Ariège.
Aristide Vallon | |
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![]() Aristide Vallon | |
Colonial Governor of French Senegal | |
In office 1882–? | |
Preceded by | None |
Succeeded by | René Servatius |
Deputy of French Senegal | |
In office Late 1800s – ? | |
Deputy of Brest, France | |
In office Late 1800s – ? | |
Personal details | |
Born | Aristide Louis Antoine Vallon July 26, 1826 Le Conquet, Brittany, France |
Died | March 11, 1897 Paris, France | (aged 70)
Military service | |
Allegiance | France |
Rank | Counter Admiral |
Awards | Légion d'honneur (Commandeur) |