The Cousin-Montauban ministry was the last government of the Second French Empire. It lasted from 10 August to 4 September 1870. It was formed by Empress Eugenie in an attempt to rally France's defences against the invading Prussians. The ministry was forced out of power following the French defeat at the Battle of Sedan.
Composition Head of government: Charles Cousin-Montauban President of the Council of State: Julien Busson-Billault Minister of War: Charles Cousin-Montauban Minister of Agriculture and Trade: Clément Duvernois Minister of Public Works: Jérôme David Minister of Education: Jules Brame (and of the Arts from 23 August 1870) Minister of the Navy Colonies: Charles Rigault de Genouilly Minister of Foreign Affairs: Henri La Tour d'Auvergne Minister of Justice and Religious Affairs: Michel Grandperret Minister of Finance: Pierre Magne Minister of the Interior: Henri Chevreau
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