Barthélemy Catherine Joubert
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. Recognizing his talents, Napoleon Bonaparte gave him increased responsibilities. Joubert was killed while commanding the French army at the Battle of Novi in 1799.
Barthélemy Catherine Joubert | |
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Presumed portrait of general Joubert by Antoine-Jean Gros, c. 1799 | |
| Born | 14 April 1769 Pont-de-Vaux (Ain), France |
| Died | 15 August 1799 (aged 30) Novi, Italy |
| Allegiance | Kingdom of France French First Republic |
| Years of service | 1791 - 1799 |
| Rank | Général de Division |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Monte Settepani Battle of Loano Battle of Lodi Battle of Castiglione Battle of Rivoli Battle of Genola Battle of Novi |
| Awards | 3 days of national mourning in 1799 Name engraved on the Arc de Triomphe in Paris Statue standing at the colonnade of the Louvre in Paris Monument in Pont-de-Vaux Monument in Bourg-en-Bresse Fort Joubert in Toulon |
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