Paul Deschanel

ModernPoliticianFrance1855 — 1922

French president who resigned after falling from train.

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Quick Facts

Born

1855

Died

1922

Country

France

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score43.2

Paul Deschanel — Complete Timeline

1920 AD

Elected President of FrancePolitical Action◆ Major

Paul Deschanel was elected President of the French Republic in February 1920. His presidency was brief, lasting only seven months, and was marked by his declining mental and physical health.

Presidency

Impact: national

Fell from a TrainOther◆ Major

In September 1920, President Deschanel fell from a moving train near Montargis. He was found wandering in his pajamas, an incident that highlighted his deteriorating mental state and led to his resignation.

ResignationHealth

Impact: nationaltragic

Resigned as PresidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Following the train incident and ongoing health issues, Paul Deschanel resigned the presidency in September 1920. He was succeeded by Alexandre Millerand.

Resignation

Impact: nationaltragic