Raymond Poincare

ModernPoliticianFrance1860 — 1934

French president and three-time PM during WWI.

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Quick Facts

Born

1860

Died

1934

Country

France

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)58

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score57.6

Raymond Poincare — Complete Timeline

1912 AD

Became Prime Minister for the First TimePolitical Action◆ Major

Poincaré became Prime Minister of France for the first time, serving from January 1912 to January 1913. His government focused on strengthening the French military and preparing for potential conflict with Germany.

Prime MinisterPre-War

Impact: national

1913 AD

Elected President of FrancePolitical Action◆ Major

Raymond Poincar

PresidencyWorld War I

Impact: national

1922 AD

Became Prime Minister for the Second TimePolitical Action◆ Major

Poincaré returned as Prime Minister from 1922 to 1924. He ordered the occupation of the Ruhr in 1923 to force German reparations payments, a controversial policy that strained Franco-German relations.

Prime MinisterRuhr OccupationReparations

Impact: regionaldestructive

1926 AD

Became Prime Minister for the Third TimePolitical Action◆ Major

Poincaré became Prime Minister for a third term from 1926 to 1929. He implemented austerity measures and stabilized the French franc, restoring confidence in the economy after a period of inflation.

Prime MinisterEconomic Stabilization

Impact: nationalconstructive