Henri Desgrange

1865 - 1940

photo credits: Wikimedia Commons

country of citizenship: France

native language: French

languages spoken, written or signed: French

educated at: Collège-lycée Jacques-Decour

occupation: journalist, sport cyclist, track cyclist, notary's clerk, lawyer

award received: Knight of the Legion of Honour, Officer of the Legion of Honour, Commander of the Legion of Honour

position held: director, soldier, instructional staff

Henri Desgrange (31 January 1865 – 16 August 1940) was a French bicycle racer and sports journalist. He set twelve world track cycling records, including the hour record of 35.325 kilometres (21.950 mi) on 11 May 1893. He was the first organiser of the Tour de France. Source: Wikipedia (en)