René Jalbert
Canadian military officer (1921–1996) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about René Jalbert?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
René Marc Jalbert CV CD (20 February 1921 – 21 January 1996) was a retired Canadian Forces officer and sergeant-at-arms of the National Assembly of Quebec, known for his role in ending Denis Lortie's killing spree in the Parliament Building on 8 May 1984. Later he was Usher of the Black Rod for the Parliament of Canada.
Quick Facts 10th Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod, Prime Minister ...
René Jalbert | |
---|---|
10th Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod | |
In office July 1985 – March 1989 | |
Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
Preceded by | Claude Lajoie |
Succeeded by | Rene Gutknecht |
Sergeant-at-Arms of the National Assembly of Quebec | |
In office ? – July 1985 | |
Premier | René Lévesque |
Personal details | |
Born | (1921-02-20)20 February 1921 |
Died | 21 January 1996(1996-01-21) (aged 74) |
Resting place | Quebec City, Quebec |
Awards | Cross of Valour |
Military service | |
Branch/service | Canadian Army |
Years of service | c. 1939–1969 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | Royal 22nd Regiment |
Battles/wars | |
Close