Claim: Émile Marie Laurent (born on October 1, 1852 in Brest, France) served in the military from October 25, 1875 to October 5, 1877, then was appointed as the Prefect of Police of Paris on September 2, 1914.
Evidence: He was born October 1, 1852 in Brest, France. He served in the military from 25 October 1875 to 5 October 1877. He was appointed as the Prefect of Police of Paris on September 2, 1914.