Chapitre 1846

Politician, as well as man of letters, he is known especially for his war lyrics, which have achieved a wide popularity. They are recommended more by the vigor of their patriotic sentiment than by their technical qualities.

Works: Chants du Soldat, 1872; Nouveaux Chants du Soldat, 1875; Marches et Sonneries, 1881; Refrains militaires, 1888; Chants du Paysan, 1894.

For reference: G. Larroumet, Études de littérature et d’art vol. iii.

296. LE BON GÎTE. From Nouveaux Chants du Soldat.

GEORGES BOUTELLEAU.