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AUGUSTIN MANUEL HUBERT GASTON BOUE DE LAPEYRERE (1852 - 1924) French admiral during World War I
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1852 Admiral Augustin Gaston Hubert Manuel Stamp 1924 Boue
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Admiral Augustin Manuel Hubert Gaston Boue de Lapeyrere: A Pivotal Figure in French Naval History During World War I This evocative photograph captures the stern gaze and resolute demeanor of Admiral Augustin Manuel Hubert Gaston Boue de Lapeyrere, a distinguished French naval officer who played a crucial role in the maritime theater of World War I. Born on May 2, 1852, in the historic city of Bordeaux, France, Boue de Lapeyrere joined the French Navy in 1868, embarking on a distinguished career that would span over five decades. By the outbreak of World War I, Boue de Lapeyrere had risen through the ranks to become a Rear-Admiral and was appointed as the Commander of the 2nd Light Squadron of the Mediterranean Fleet. In 1914, he was promoted to Vice-Admiral and given command of the 1st Light Squadron of the Mediterranean Fleet. Boue de Lapeyrere's most notable achievement came during the Battle of the Dardanelles in 1915, where he led a successful naval attack on the Ottoman fortifications at Gallipoli. This victory allowed the Allied forces to gain a foothold in the region, although the campaign ultimately proved to be a costly and ultimately unsuccessful endeavor. Despite this setback, Boue de Lapeyrere continued to serve with distinction, and in 1917, he was promoted to Admiral and given command of the 1st Battlecruiser Squadron. He retired from active service in 1921, but his legacy as a brave and capable naval commander lived on. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit of Admiral Augustin Manuel Hubert Gaston Boue de Lapeyrere, a true hero of French naval history who played a pivotal role in the country's defense during World War I.
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