Cousin-Montauban ministry

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Cousin-Montauban
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4th ministry of the Second French Empire
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Charles Cousin-Montauban, Comte de Palikao
Date formed10 August 1870 (1870-08-10)
Date dissolved4 September 1870 (1870-09-04)
People and organisations
Head of government Charles Cousin-Montauban
History
Predecessor Ollivier
Successor National Defense

The Cousin-Montauban ministry was the last government of the Second French Empire. It lasted from 10 August-4 September 1870. It was formed by Empress Eugenie in an attempt to rally France's defences against the invading Prussians. [1] The ministry was forced out of power following the French defeat at the Battle of Sedan. [2]

Composition

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