Charles Faroux
French engineer, carom billiards player and multiple world champion (1872–1957)
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Summary
Charles Faroux was born on December 20, 1872[1], in Noyon[2]. He died on February 9, 1957[3], in Neuilly-sur-Seine[4]. He worked as an engineer[5], journalist[6], racing automobile driver[7], and cue sports player[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (57 views/month, #7,297 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: France[10]
- Position held: chairperson[11]
- Educated at: École polytechnique[12]
- Award received: Officer of the Legion of Honour[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Founder: 24 Hours of Le Mans[15]
- Commons category: Charles Faroux[16]
- Sport: auto racing[17]
- Family name: Faroux[18]
- Given name: Charles[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: French[20]
- Name in native language: Charles Faroux[21]
- Competition won: 1912 Balkline 45.2 World Championship[22], 1919 Balkline 45.2 World Championship[23]
- Has written for: La Vie au grand air[24]
Why It Matters
Charles Faroux is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Charles Faroux born?
Charles Faroux was born in Noyon[2].
Where did Charles Faroux die?
Charles Faroux died in Neuilly-sur-Seine[4].
What did Charles Faroux do for work?
Charles Faroux worked as an engineer[5], journalist[6], racing automobile driver[7], and cue sports player[8].
Where did Charles Faroux go to school?
Charles Faroux was educated at École polytechnique[12].
What awards did Charles Faroux receive?
Honors received include Officer of the Legion of Honour[13].