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École Normale Supérieure
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André Lebeau: French writer (1932-2013).
Born in Montceau-les-Mines (died at age 80).
4 awards including Commander of the National Order of Merit.
Studied at École Normale Supérieure.
AWARDS (4)
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Commander of the National Order of Merit
WON
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Franck J. Malina Astronautics Medal
WON
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Medal of youth, sports and community involvement
WON
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Officer of the Legion of Honour
WON
Biography
André Lebeau was a French aerospace engineer, administrator, and author who served as the President of the National Center for Space Studies (CNES), Deputy Director General and Director of Programs at the European Space Agency, president of EUMETSAT, Vice President of World Meteorological Organization, and Director General of Météo-France. He authored several books on space and environmental topics. Lebeau received various honors including France's highest order of merit, Legion of Honour.
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