Charles de Chambrun (1930–2010)


Charles de Chambrun was a French politician.

Early life

Charles de Chambrun was born on June 16, 1930 in Paris, France. His father, Gilbert de Chambrun, was a politician. He was a direct descendant of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette.

Career

De Chambrun served as Secretary of Foreign Trade from February 1966 to March 1967 under Prime Minister Georges Pompidou and President Charles de Gaulle. He served as a member of the National Assembly from 1968 to 1972, representing Lozère. After joining the National Front, he served again from 1986 to 1988, representing Gard. He was elected as the mayor of Saint-Gilles in 1992.

Death

De Chambrun died on October 21, 2010 in Tunis, Tunisia at the age of 80.