Henri Desgrange
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Henri Desgrange
Summary
Henri Desgrange is a human[1]. His place of birth was 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris[2]. He was born on +1865-01-31T00:00:00Z[3]. He died in Grimaud[4]. He died on +1940-08-16T00:00:00Z[5]. He worked as a journalist[6], sport cyclist[7], track cyclist[8], notary's clerk[9], and lawyer[10]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (37 views/month, #7,268 of 1,000,298).[11]
Key Facts
- Henri Desgrange was born in 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris[2].
- Henri Desgrange died in Grimaud[4].
- Henri Desgrange was born on +1865-01-31T00:00:00Z[3].
- Henri Desgrange died on +1940-08-16T00:00:00Z[5].
- Burial took place at Q110358143[12].
- Henri Desgrange was married to Jane Deley[13].
- Henri Desgrange held citizenship in France[14].
- French was Henri Desgrange's native language[15].
- Henri Desgrange's professions included journalist[6].
- Henri Desgrange's professions included sport cyclist[7].
- Henri Desgrange's professions included track cyclist[8].
- Henri Desgrange's professions included notary's clerk[9].
- Henri Desgrange's professions included lawyer[10].
- Henri Desgrange held the position of director[16].
- Henri Desgrange held the position of director[17].
- Among Henri Desgrange's employers was École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr[18].
- Henri Desgrange's education included a stint at Collège-lycée Jacques-Decour[19].
- A notable work attributed to Henri Desgrange is Q60964589[20].
- A notable work attributed to Henri Desgrange is Tour de France[21].
- Henri Desgrange received the Commander of the Legion of Honour[22].
- Henri Desgrange was a member of Académie des sports[23].
- Henri Desgrange's image is recorded as Henri Desgrange.jpg[24].
- Henri Desgrange is recorded as male[25].
- Henri Desgrange's instance of is recorded as human[26].
- Henri Desgrange's ISNI is recorded as 000000004169656X[27].
Body
Origins and Family
Henri Desgrange was born in 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris[2]. He was born on +1865-01-31T00:00:00Z[3]. French was his native language[15].
Education
Henri Desgrange was educated at Collège-lycée Jacques-Decour[19]. He earned the academic degree of licence[28].
Career and Affiliations
Recorded occupations include journalist[6], sport cyclist[7], track cyclist[8], notary's clerk[9], and lawyer[10]. Among Henri Desgrange's employers was École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr[18]. Positions held include director[16], a profession[29].
Works and Contributions
Notable works include Q60964589[20] and Tour de France[21], a Grand Tour[30], in France[31], founded in 1903[32]. Things named for Henri Desgrange include Challenge Desgrange-Colombo[33], a sports competition[34], founded in 1948[35].
Recognition
Henri Desgrange received the Commander of the Legion of Honour[22].
Personal Life
Among Henri Desgrange's spouses was Jane Deley[13].
Death and Burial
Henri Desgrange died on +1940-08-16T00:00:00Z[5]. He died in Grimaud[4]. He is buried at Q110358143[12].
Why It Matters
Henri Desgrange ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (37 views/month, #7,268 of 1,000,298).[11] He has Wikipedia articles in 17 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[36] He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[37]
Entities named for him include Challenge Desgrange-Colombo[33], a sports competition[34], founded in 1948[35].
FAQs
Where was Henri Desgrange born?
Henri Desgrange's place of birth was 10ᵗʰ arrondissement of Paris[2].
Where did Henri Desgrange die?
Henri Desgrange passed away in Grimaud[4].
Who was Henri Desgrange married to?
Henri Desgrange's spouses include Jane Deley[13].
What did Henri Desgrange do for work?
Henri Desgrange worked as journalist[6], sport cyclist[7], track cyclist[8], notary's clerk[9], and lawyer[10].
Where did Henri Desgrange go to school?
Henri Desgrange was educated at Collège-lycée Jacques-Decour[19].
What awards did Henri Desgrange receive?
Honors received include Commander of the Legion of Honour[22].