Remembering François Mitterrand on the 28th Anniversary of his death

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Remembering François Mitterrand, 28 Years Later

It has been exactly 28 long years since Former French President François Mitterrand died in Paris on January 8, 1996 at the age of 79. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed politicians of his generation.

Today, fans of François Mitterrand along with the rest of the world have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Mitterrand, a cultural icon

Born François Maurice Adrien Marie Mitterrand in Jarnac on October 26, 1916, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in French history. Mitterrand was not just a great politician, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 28 years since the tragic loss of François Mitterrand and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although François Mitterrand is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great François Mitterrand.

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