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Gaston Crémieux

Born in June 22, 1836 / Died in November 30, 1871 / France / French

Gaston Crémieux poet from France was born on June 22, 1836, had 35 years and died on November 30, 1871. Poems were written mainly in French language. Dominant movement is other.

Biography

Gaston Crémieux, born Isaac Louis Gaston (June 22, 1836 in Nîmes (France) - November 30, 1871 in Marseille), was a lawyer, a journalist and a French writer. He distinguished himself by defending poor people, supporting Gambetta and Garibaldi. He lead the League of the South (France) with Esquiros and Bastelica . In 1871 he became head of the Marseille's Commune. This democratic uprising (in conjunction with the Paris Commune) repressed in the blood by General Espivent, Gaston Cremieux was sentenced to death by a military Court and died at thirty-five years. His mercy having been refused by Thiers and the commission with which he was surrounded. Celebrated by Victor Hugo, Louise Michel, and Jean Jaurès, his memory remains alive even today.