Charles-Maurice de Talleyrand
Talleyrand was the foremost French diplomat of his era, serving under the Ancien Regime, the Revolution, Napoleon, and the Restoration with remarkable adaptability. He served as Napoleon's Foreign Minister but secretly negotiated with the coalition powers and ultimately facilitated Napoleon's downfall. At the Congress of Vienna he skillfully represented a defeated France, securing surprisingly favorable terms and restoring France's standing among the great powers.
- Lived: 1754 CE – 1838 CE
- Nationality: french
- Roles: diplomat, foreign_minister, statesman
