Marie Edme Patrice Maurice de MacMahon, marquis de MacMahon, duc de Magenta, was a French general and politician who served as President of France from 1873 to 1879. He was elevated to the dignity of Marshal of France by Napoleon III. Born: June 13, 1808 Died: October 16, 1893 In office: May 24, 1873 – January 30, 1879 Wiki link