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Marie Alexandre Lenoir (27 December 1761 – 11 June 1839) was a French archaeologist and museum curator.

Biography

As the French Revolution began, Lenoir set about saving and protecting the historic monuments, objects, and properties of France. He was able to demand that all national assets be confiscated and stored to avoid their dispersion or destruction.

Despite violent dechristianization campaigns, Lenoir openly fought against the rampant vandalism during the revolution. However, he was unable to stop the desecration of the royal tombs at the Basilica of Saint-Denis.

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