Albert Thomas | |
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Born | Champigny-sur-Marne, France | 16 June 1878
Died | 7 May 1932 | (aged 53)
Nationality | French |
Occupation | Politician/Diplomat |
Known for | First Director General of the International Labour Office. |
Term | 1919–1932 |
Successor | Harold Butler |
Albert Thomas (16 June 1878 – 7 May 1932) was a prominent French Socialist and the first Minister of Armament for the French Third Republic during World War I. Following the Treaty of Versailles, he was nominated as the first Director General of the International Labour Office, a position he held until his death in 1932. As Director-General, he was succeeded by Harold Butler.