Joseph Capus
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Joseph Marie Capus (18 August 1867 – 1 May 1947) was a French agriculturalist and expert on grape vines. He became a deputy in the French national parliament, and was Minister of Agriculture for a few months in 1924. He was active in legislation related to agriculture and was the driving force behind introduction of the Appellation d'origine contrôlée for French wines.
Quick Facts Minister of Agriculture, Preceded by ...
Joseph Marie Capus | |
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Minister of Agriculture | |
In office 29 March 1924 – 13 June 1924 | |
Preceded by | Henry Chéron |
Succeeded by | Henri Queuille |
Personal details | |
Born | (1867-08-18)18 August 1867 Marseille, France |
Died | 1 May 1947(1947-05-01) (aged 79) Paris, France |
Occupation | Agriculturalist |
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