Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894)
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Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894)
Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894) French engineer. Letter from the consul general of the French Republic announcing the replacement to Lesseps such consul of France. 1848
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1848 Announce Announcing Canal Consul Date Document Engineer Engineering Ferdinand Lesseps Letter Manuscript Marie Replace Replacement Suez
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This historic document, dated 1848, marks a significant moment in the life of Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894), a renowned French engineer and pioneer of the Suez Canal. The letter, penned by the Consul General of the French Republic, announces the replacement of Lesseps as the French Consul in Algiers. At the age of 43, Lesseps was a contemporary figure of the 19th century, known for his engineering prowess and ambitious plans. However, his tenure as the French Consul in Algiers was marked by controversy and political unrest. The reasons for his replacement are not explicitly stated in the letter, but it is clear that Lesseps' time in Algiers had come to an end. The manuscript, with its yellowed paper and faded ink, bears the weight of history. The intricate cursive script of the Consul General's handwriting is a testament to the era in which it was written. The letter, a precious artifact, offers a glimpse into the political landscape of the time and the career of a man who would go on to make his mark on history through his engineering feats, most notably the construction of the Suez Canal. Despite the challenges of his time as a consul, Lesseps' legacy as an engineer would endure. His vision of connecting the Mediterranean and Red Seas through a canal would become a reality, revolutionizing global trade and transportation. This letter, a simple announcement of a replacement, is a small but significant piece of the larger story of Ferdinand de Lesseps and his remarkable contributions to history.
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