Lafayette was a political prisoner in Austria and Prussia from 1792-97 after fleeing radical revolutionaries in France until Napoleon Bonaparte arranged for his release.

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Seeing is believing: Lafayette is beautiful Come see for yourself the wide range of attractive buildings, park-like grounds, technology-enhanced classrooms, great art facilities, expansive …

Inspired by the desire to honor Marquis de Lafayette and his service to the cause of freedom during the American Revolution, Lafayette College was chartered in 1826 and established with …

As the Revolution gained momentum, Lafayette found it increasingly difficult to maintain order and protect the royal family. Lafayette’s affairs reached a crisis in August of 1792 after the …

6 days ago · Nov 13, 2025 Roar on, Lafayette! Bring the Roar starts Mon., Nov. 17—and it starts with the Lafayette community! Faculty and staff make Lafayette stronger every day. Let’s take …

Inspired by the desire to honor Marquis de Lafayette and his service to the cause of freedom during the American Revolution, Lafayette College was chartered in 1826 and established with …

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