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Lafayette is born
Marquis de Lafayette is born on September 6th, 1757 in Chavaniac, France. -
Married to Adrienne Françoise de Noailles
Lafayette got married to Adrienne Françoise de Noailles on April 11th, 1773. -
Lafayette Joins the United States Army
Lafayette was inspired by the actions of the colonists and decided to join the fight. -
Return to France
In December of 1781, Lafayette returned to France to help the French with their social and political unrest. -
Protecting the Royal Family
Lafayette was assigned to protect the royal family but it left him vulnerable to the faction trying to get power -
Vice President
Lafayette became the vice president of L'Assemble, the French Assembly. -
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Lafayette Flees France
Due to his vulnerability protecting the royal family, Lafayette fled the country in fear for his life. -
Lafayete Dies
Lafayette passed away on May 20th, 1834 due to pneumonia in his home country of France.