Lazare Carnot

Lazare Carnot

Lazare Nicolas Marguerite, Comte Carnot was a French mathematician, physicist, military officer, politician and a leading member of the Committee of Public Safety during the French Revolution. His military reforms, which included the introduction of mass conscription, were instrumental in transforming the French Revolutionary Army into an effective fighting force.

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Lifespan
1753 – 1823
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Career Journey

Background

Born in
Nolay
Educated at
Lycée militaire in AutunÉcole royale du génie de Mézières
Awards
🏆 72 names on the Eiffel Tower

Timeline

  • 1753

    Born

    Birth
  • 1823

    Died

    Death

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