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Pierre De Smet

Photograph of Pierre De Smet Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Pierre
Surname
De Smet
Occupation
Reverend

The Name Pierre

Origin
Greek
Meaning
Stone or rock.
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The De Smet Surname

Origin
Dutch/Flemish
Meaning
Of the blacksmith.
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