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About René Lévesque
René Lévesque was a Canadian politician and journalist who served as the 23rd premier of Quebec from 1976 to 1985. He was the first Québécois political leader since Confederation to seek, through a referendum, a mandate to negotiate the political independence of Quebec. Starting his career as a reporter, and radio and television host, he later became known for his eminent role in Quebec's nationalization of hydro-electric companies and as an ardent defender of Quebec sovereignty. He was the founder of the Parti Québécois, and before that, a Liberal minister in the Lesage government from 1960 to 1966.
Everything about René Lévesque →- Occupation
- politician, journalist, author
- Position held
- Premier of Quebec, Member of the National Assembly of Quebec
- Citizenship
- Canada
- Born
- August 24, 1922
- Died
- November 1, 1987