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Godefroy (gôdfrwä`), family of French scholars. Denis Godefroy, 1549–1622, was a Calvinist who fled (c.1580) to Geneva and later became a professor of law at Strasbourg and Heidelberg. He compiled an edition (1583) of the Corpus Juris Civilis, which may be called the first modern edition. His son, Théodore Godefroy, 1580–1649, became a Roman Catholic, was royal historiographer of France, and took part in the negotiation of the Peace of Westphalia. Another son, Jacques Godefroy, 1587–1622, remained a Calvinist and was professor of law at Geneva. His edition of the Theodosian Code Theodosian Code (thē'ədō`shən), Latin Codex Theodosianus, |
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Major Strickland looks for insight from his adversary's predecessor in Afghanistan, while Lieutenant-Colonel Williams, Major Godefroy (not the editor but his older brother), and Dr. Nationally recognized motivational speaker Rene Godefroy says inspirational messages go a long way in changing attitudes and behavior. Nigel Godefroy, managing director of Sutton Harbour Holdings is seen here launching Plymouth Airport's new identity. |
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