Le Corbusier, French swiss-french architect, known for swiss-french architect, died on 1965-08-27. Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (6 October 1887 – 27 August 1965), known as Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architectural designer, painter, urban planner and writer who was one of the pioneers of what is now regarded as modern architecture. He was born in Switzerland to French-speaking Swiss parents and acquired French nationality in 1930.
Le Corbusier dies
Le Corbusier, French swiss-french architect, known for swiss-french architect, died on 1965-08-27.
Historical Significance
Le Corbusier is Swiss-French architect.
Key People
Events Before
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened on August 27, 1965?
- Le Corbusier, French swiss-french architect, known for swiss-french architect, died on 1965-08-27. Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (6 October 1887 – 27 August 1965), known as Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architectural designer, painter, urban planner and writer who was one of the pioneers of what is now regarded as modern architecture. He was born in Switzerland to French-speaking Swiss parents and acquired French nationality in 1930.
- Why is Le Corbusier dies significant?
- Le Corbusier is Swiss-French architect.
- Who was involved in Le Corbusier dies?
- Key figures include Le Corbusier (Swiss-French architect).