Jacques Massu
Jacques Massu was a French general known for his role during the Algerian War of Independence, particularly as a commander of the 10th Parachute Division. He was notorious for his brutal tactics during the Battle of Algiers, where he employed torture and repression against Algerian nationalists. His controversial methods and memoirs, which detail his experiences in Algeria, have made him a polarizing figure in French military history.
Born on Apr 05, 1908 (117 years old)
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Honduras:
Jacques Massu, another prominent French general, claimed to have witnessed Marcel Bigeard torturing a man.
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Algeria:
Jacques Massu was a general who played a significant role in the French colonial military operations in Algeria.
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