Joseph Gallieni
Joseph Gallieni (1849–1916) was a French military officer who spent most of his career as a commander and administrator in France's colonies, writing several books on colonial affairs. Recalled from retirement at the outbreak of World War I, he became military governor of Paris. His Sixth Army, under his command, attacked the German flank and played an important role in the First Battle of the Marne.
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