Félix Théroinne
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Félix Alexandre Jules Théroinne (8 April 1871 – 28 October 1914) was a French naval lieutenant who was best known for his service and death at the Battle of Penang during the Asian and Pacific theatre of World War I.
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Félix Théroinne | |
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Born | (1871-04-08)April 8, 1871 Brest, Brittany, France |
Died | October 28, 1914(1914-10-28) (aged 43) Penang, Straits Settlements, British Empire[1] |
Allegiance | France |
Branch | French Navy |
Years of service | 1889 – 1914 |
Rank | First lieutenant |
Commands held | Mousquet |
Battles/wars | World War I |
Awards | Legion of Honour (Knight) |
Alma mater | École navale |
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