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Albert Thomas, French Minister for Munitions
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Albert Thomas, French Minister for Munitions
Albert Thomas (1878-1932), French socialist politician, Under Secretary for War, and Minister for Munitions during the First World War. Date: circa 1915
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Albert Thomas: The Plump Minister for Munitions of France during the Great War (circa 1915) In this evocative photograph, Albert Thomas, a French socialist politician, is seen in his role as Minister for Munitions during the First World War. Thomas, with his round face, pince-nez glasses, and full beard, exudes a sense of determination and gravity. Born in 1878, Thomas began his political career as a journalist before joining the Socialist Party in 1902. He rose through the ranks of the party and was appointed Under Secretary for War in 1914. When the Ministry of Munitions was created in 1915, Thomas was given the position of Minister, a role he held until 1917. During his tenure as Minister for Munitions, Thomas oversaw the production and distribution of arms and munitions for the French military. He implemented innovative measures to increase production and streamline the supply chain, including the establishment of the Comité des Forges, a powerful industrial cartel that coordinated the production of armaments. Despite his socialist background, Thomas proved to be an effective and pragmatic leader during the war. He worked closely with industrialists and military leaders to ensure that the French military had the resources it needed to fight against the German forces. Thomas's efforts helped to turn the tide of the war in favor of the Allies. After the war, Thomas continued to serve in various government roles until his death in 1932. His legacy as a key figure in French politics during the First World War endures, and this photograph serves as a powerful reminder of his contributions to the war effort and to the history of French socialism.
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