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Barthélemy Catherine Joubert

Born on April 14, 1769

Barthélemy Catherine Joubert, French general (d. 1799)

Barthélemy Catherine Joubert (French pronunciation: [baʁtelemi katʁin ʒubɛʁ], 14 April 1769 – 15 August 1799) was a French general who served during the French Revolutionary Wars. Napoleon Bonaparte recognized his talents and gave him increased responsibilities. Joubert was killed while commanding the French army at the Battle of Novi in 1799.

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