Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire facts for kids
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Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire
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| Born | 19 October 1731  Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne |
| Died | 12 April 1782 (aged 50) Îles des Saintes |
| Occupation | Officer of the French Navy |
Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire was a brave officer in the French Navy. He was born in Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne, France, on October 19, 1731. He sadly died during a battle on April 12, 1782. Saint-Césaire is known for his service in the American Revolutionary War, also called the War of American Independence.
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Life of Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire
Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire was born into an important family. His parents were Suzanne-Roseline de Grasse and François Cresp de Saint-Cézaire. He was also the nephew of a very famous French admiral, De Grasse.
Rising Through the Ranks
Saint-Césaire worked hard in the navy. He was promoted to the rank of captain. This was a very important position for a naval officer. He also received a special award called the Order of Saint Louis. This award was given for bravery and good service to France. He was also friends with a well-known person named Mirabeau.
Saint-Césaire took part in some very important naval battles. These battles were part of the American Revolutionary War.
Battle of the Chesapeake
On September 5, 1781, Saint-Césaire was part of the Battle of the Chesapeake. This was a big sea battle. He served as the "flag captain" for his uncle, Admiral De Grasse. Being a flag captain meant he was the captain of the admiral's main ship. This ship was called the Ville de Paris. It was a huge warship with 110 guns!
Battle of the Saintes
Later, Saint-Césaire commanded his own ship, the Northumberland. This ship had 74 guns. He led his ship in the Battle of the Saintes. This battle happened on April 12, 1782. Sadly, Saint-Césaire was killed during this battle while fighting for his country.
Remembering His Legacy
Antoine Cresp de Saint-Césaire is remembered for his bravery and service. On July 3, 1976, a special plaque was put up in his honor. It was placed at the city hall in his hometown of Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne. Important naval leaders from both the United States and the French Navy were there. The mayor of Saint-Cézaire-sur-Siagne also attended. This plaque helps people remember his important role in history.
