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Joseph Laniel
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| Prime Minister of France | |
| In office 28 June 1953 – 18 June 1954 |
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| President | René Coty |
| Preceded by | René Mayer |
| Succeeded by | Pierre Mendès France |
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| Born | 12 October 1889 Vimoutiers, France |
| Died | 8 April 1975 (aged 85) Paris, France |
| Political party | CNIP |
Joseph Laniel (born October 12, 1889 – died April 8, 1975) was an important French politician. He served as the Prime Minister of France for about a year, from 1953 to 1954. A Prime Minister is the head of the government in many countries.
Laniel was a member of the National Centre of Independents and Peasants (CNIP) political party. During his time as Prime Minister, he also tried to become the President of France. However, he did not win, and René Coty became president instead.
His time as Prime Minister ended after a big event called the Battle of Dien Bien Phu. This was a major defeat for France in a place called Indochina. After this, his government changed, and Pierre Mendès France took over as Prime Minister.
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Joseph Laniel's Early Life and Career
Joseph Laniel was born in a town called Vimoutiers, in France. He grew up and became involved in politics. He helped start a political group called the Republican Party of Liberty (PRL). Later, he also helped create the National Center of Independents and Peasants (CNIP).
These groups were important in French politics during the time known as the French Fourth Republic. This was a period in France's history after World War II.
Serving as Prime Minister of France
Joseph Laniel became Prime Minister of France on June 28, 1953. As Prime Minister, he led the French government. He worked with a team of ministers, who were like heads of different government departments.
His government faced many challenges. One of the biggest was the war in Indochina, a region in Southeast Asia. France was fighting there to keep control of its colonies.
The Battle of Dien Bien Phu
A very important event during Laniel's time as Prime Minister was the Battle of Dien Bien Phu. This battle happened in 1954. It was a major military defeat for France.
This loss had a big impact on French politics. It led to many changes in the government. After this defeat, Joseph Laniel's government stepped down.
After the Prime Ministership
After leaving the role of Prime Minister in June 1954, Joseph Laniel continued to be involved in politics. He remained a respected figure in French public life. He passed away on April 8, 1975, in Paris.
