Georges Bidault Quotes


I realized that there is only one way to be right, and that is to be in power.


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Georges Bidault, 1899-1983, French Prime Minister, 1962

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Georges Bidault
Georges Bidault
  • Born: October 5, 1899
  • Died: January 27, 1983
  • Nationality: French
  • Profession: Teacher, Politician

Georges-Augustin Bidault was a French politician. During World War II, he was active in the French Resistance. After the war, he served as foreign minister and prime minister on several occasions. He joined the Organisation armée secrète however he always denied his involvement.