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Lazare Carnot

Born on May 13, 1753

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Lazare Nicolas Marguerite, Comte Carnot (English: kar-NOH, French:; 13 May 1753 – 2 August 1823) was a French mathematician, physicist, military officer, politician and a leading member of the Committee of Public Safety during the French Revolution.

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