Death:Death, Cause unspecified 14 February 2002 chart Placidus Equal_H.
French member of the Resistance, President of ATD Quart Monde, she entered the French Pantheon on 27 May 2015. Married to Bernard Anthonioz. Link to Wikipedia biography
Born on November 5, 1920, in Alès, France
Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz was a prominent French activist and member of the French Resistance during World War II. She was the niece of General Charles de Gaulle and played a significant role in the fight against Nazi occupation. After the war, she dedicated her life to humanitarian work, particularly focusing on poverty and social justice.
Although Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz passed away in 2002, her legacy continues through various foundations and projects. The ATD Fourth World organization, which she led for many years, continues to combat poverty and social exclusion worldwide. Recent projects include initiatives to improve access to education, housing, and healthcare in underprivileged communities.
Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz herself did not have a social media presence, given her era. However, numerous organizations and historians regularly share content related to her life and work on platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Hashtags such as #GenevieveDeGaulle and #ATDFourthWorld are commonly used to discuss her contributions and ongoing impact.
Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz's life and work are often highlighted in French and international media, particularly during anniversaries of significant events in her life or related to the history of the French Resistance. Recent articles have focused on her contributions to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and her efforts in poverty alleviation.
Her legacy is celebrated through various honors, including her posthumous induction into the Pantheon in Paris, where she rests among other French luminaries. Numerous schools and streets in France are named after her, serving as a testament to her enduring impact on French society and beyond.