Louis Marin (1871-1960) was a French politician, a leading figure of the French right-wing and conservative movement during the Third and Fourth Republics. He served multiple terms as a deputy in the French National Assembly, representing Meurthe-et-Moselle.
Marin was born in Faulquemont, Moselle, and studied law. He entered politics early, initially adhering to a nationalist and revanchist platform, particularly focusing on the recovery of Alsace-Lorraine after the Franco-Prussian War.
He was a key figure in the Fédération Républicaine, a major conservative political party of the Third Republic. He served as president of the party for many years, shaping its political direction and electoral strategy.
Marin held several ministerial positions in various governments, including Minister of Pensions and Minister of Public Health. He was known for his staunch anti-communism and his advocacy for traditional values and social conservatism.
During World War II, Marin initially supported the Vichy regime, but later distanced himself and joined the Resistance. After the war, he returned to politics, remaining a prominent voice on the right. He was a staunch supporter of French Algeria and opposed its independence. He served in the National Assembly under the Fourth Republic and continued to advocate for his conservative political agenda. He died in Paris in 1960.