Joseph Kessel
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Joseph Kessel (10 February 1898 – 23 July 1979), also known as "Jef", was a French journalist and novelist. He was a member of the Académie française and Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour.
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Joseph Kessel | |
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Born | (1898-02-10)10 February 1898 Villa Clara, Entre Ríos, Argentina |
Died | 23 July 1979(1979-07-23) (aged 81) Avernes, Val-d'Oise, France |
Allegiance | France Free France |
Service/ | French Naval Aviation Free French Air Forces |
Years of service | 1914–1918 1939–1945 |
Battles/wars | |
Awards | Legion of Honour |
Other work | Journalist Writer |
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