Georges Picquart
Marie-Georges Picquart (6 September 1854 – 19 January 1914) was a French Army officer and Minister of War. He is best known for his role in the Dreyfus affair, in which he played a key role in uncovering the real culprit.
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| Born | 6 September 1854 Strasbourg, France |
| Died | 19 January 1914 (aged 59) Amiens, France |
| Place of burial | Cimetière Saint-Urbain Strasbourg, France |
| Allegiance | France |
| Service/ | French Army |
| Years of service | 1872–1902, 1906–1914 |
| Rank | Général de division |
| Commands held | 2e Corps d'Armée |
| Other work | Minister of War (1906–1909) |
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| Dreyfus affair |
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