Talleyrand (Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord)

Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand-Périgord was a skilled French diplomat and statesman who served France through the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Known for his political adaptability, he navigated the turbulent changes of the French Revolution, the Napoleonic era, and the subsequent restorations of the monarchy. Talleyrand was influential in shaping European diplomacy, often prioritizing France’s interests with pragmatic, subtle negotiations. Despite his associations with various regimes, he is remembered as a master diplomat, balancing power and diplomacy during a volatile period in European history.