Paul Soleillet
French explorer (1842-1886) · France · On the map · Historical Figures · Died at 44
Paul Soleillet was a French explorer in West Africa and Ethiopia. He was a strong believer in opening up Africa to trade through peaceful means, and thus bringing the benefits of French civilization to the natives while gaining commercial profits for France.
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France
Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1842 to 1886 · aged 44