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Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour
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Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet
1906-08-12 – 1996-04-11
Life & Legacy
Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet (21 August 1906 – 11 April 1996) was a French entrepreneur and advertising magnate best known as the founder of Publicis Groupe.
He is also credited with inventing radio advertising in France, helped create the first French opinion polls, introduced Édith Piaf to the French public, and fought with the Free French forces during World War II.
Occupation & Career
entrepreneur, businessperson, French resistance fighter, advertising person
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour; Croix de guerre 1939–1945; Resistance Medal; Officer of the ordre de la Santé publique
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Croix de guerre 1939–1945 · Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour · Officer of the ordre de la Santé publique · Resistance Medal
Verified Legacy Record
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Croix de guerre 1939–1945
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Resistance Medal
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Officer of the ordre de la Santé publique
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Family Child
Élisabeth Badinter
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Family Child
Michèle Bleustein
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Family Child
Marie-Françoise Bleustein
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Family Spouse
Sophie Vaillant
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Sources & Provenance
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