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Was Jules Grévy ever imprisoned?

  • Yes, during the 1851 coup d'état

  • No

  • Yes, after his presidency

  • Yes, before his presidency

Answer

Yes, during the 1851 coup d'état, Jules Grévy was apprehended and briefly imprisoned. This turbulent event, orchestrated by Louis-Napoléon Bonaparte, aimed to solidify his power and ultimately led to the establishment of the Second French Empire.
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