René Olry
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René-Henri Olry[1] CLH (28 June 1880 – 3 January 1944) was a French general and commander of the Army of the Alps (French: l'Armée des Alpes) during the Battle of France of World War II.
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René Olry | |
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Born | 28 June 1880 Lille, France |
Died | 3 January 1944(1944-01-03) (aged 63) Angoulême, France |
Allegiance | France |
Service/ | Artillery |
Years of service | 1900–1942 |
Rank | Général d'Armée |
Commands held | Armee des Alps |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Légion d'honneur |
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