Auguste Davezac
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Auguste Davezac
AUGUSTE DAVEZAC French-American lawyer and diplomat Date: 1780 - 1851
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1780 1851 Auguste Diplomat Lawyer
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Auguste Davezac: A Transatlantic Life in Law and Diplomacy This evocative portrait captures Auguste Davezac (1780-1851), a remarkable figure in the annals of French-American history. Born in France, Davezac embarked on an extraordinary career that spanned both continents, leaving an indelible mark on the legal and diplomatic spheres of the 19th century. Davezac's legal prowess was evident from an early age. He studied law in Paris and was admitted to the Bar in 1803, just as the Napoleonic Wars were beginning. In the tumultuous years that followed, Davezac served as a magistrate in various French courts, gaining a reputation for his fairness and integrity. However, the lure of the New World proved irresistible. In 1816, Davezac emigrated to the United States, settling in New Orleans. He quickly established himself as a leading figure in the legal community, becoming a judge in the Louisiana Superior Court in 1821. His expertise in civil law, which was based on the Napoleonic Code, proved invaluable in the newly-acquired territories of the United States. Davezac's diplomatic career began in earnest in 1831, when he was appointed as the French Consul in New Orleans. He served in this capacity until 1834, during which time he played a key role in mediating tensions between the French and American communities in the city. His diplomatic skills were once again put to the test in 1838, when he was appointed as the French Minister to the United States. In this role, he played a crucial part in negotiating the Webster-Ashburton Treaty, which settled a long-standing border dispute between the two countries. This portrait of Auguste Davezac, taken towards the end of his life, serves as a testament to his remarkable achievements. With one foot in France and the other in America, Davezac bridged the Atlantic divide, leaving a lasting impact on both countries through his legal and diplomatic endeavors.
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