André Corap

André Georges Corap (French pronunciation: [ɑ̃dʁe ʒɔʁʒ kɔʁap]; 15 January 1878 – 15 August 1953) was a General in the French Army who fought in World War II. He commanded the 9th Army during the battle of France in 1940.

André Georges Corap
Born(1878-01-15)15 January 1878
Pont Audemer, Normandy
Died15 August 1953(1953-08-15) (aged 75)
Allegiance France
Service/branchFrench Army
Years of service1898-1940
RankLieutenant General
Commands heldNinth Army (France)
Battles/warsWorld War I
World War II
*Battle of France
AwardsCommander of the Légion d'honneur
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