Jean de Lattre de Tassigny

French general of WWII

Jean de Lattre de Tassigny was a distinguished French general during World War II, known for his leadership in the liberation of France. He was appointed to lead French forces in Indochina in 1950 to counter the Viet Minh guerrilla forces. He was known as 'Roi Jean' and implemented controversial strategies, including the use of napalm.