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Marcel Dassault, born Marcel Bloch, was a French aircraft designer and industrialist who founded the company that became Dassault Aviation. He established Société des Avions Marcel Bloch in 1929 and later adopted the Dassault name; the company's postwar aircraft included the Ouragan, Mystère, and Mirage families. His career is relevant to readers studying French aeronautical engineering, aircraft manufacturing, and the development of military aviation after the Second World War.
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What was Marcel Dassault's original name?
Marcel Dassault was born Marcel Bloch and adopted the name Dassault in 1949. The name came from an alias used by his brother, General Paul Bloch, during the French Resistance.
Which aircraft made Marcel Dassault's company famous?
The company built major French military aircraft families including the Ouragan, Mystère, and Mirage. These programs established Dassault as one of France's leading postwar aircraft manufacturers.
What is Marcel Dassault's connection to the Mirage series?
Dassault's company developed the Mirage family of fighter aircraft, beginning the line in the 1950s. The Mirage III later became one of France's most recognizable export fighters.
Did Dassault Aviation also build civilian aircraft?
Yes. The company expanded into business aviation with the Falcon family, including the Falcon 20. That civilian line complemented the military aircraft associated with the Mirage name.
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