Pierre-Joseph Cambon

French statesman

Pierre-Joseph Cambon (French pronunciation: [pjɛʁ ʒozɛf kɑ̃bɔ̃], 10 June 1756 – 15 February 1820) was a French statesman. He is perhaps best known for speaking up against Maximilien Robespierre at the National Convention, sparking the end of Robespierre's reign. Born in Montpellier, Cambon was the son of a wealthy cotton merchant.

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