Thomas-Robert Bugeaud was a French military leader and politician born on January 15, 1784. He is best known for his role in the Algerian War during the 1830s, where he served as a general and later as the Governor-General of Algeria. Bugeaud was instrumental in implementing military strategies that aimed to establish French control over the region. Bugeaud's military career began in the Napoleonic Wars, where he gained recognition for his leadership skills. After the wars, he became involved in politics and was elected to the French Chamber of Deputies. He passed away on June 30, 1849, leaving a controversial legacy due to his harsh tactics in Algeria.