What is another word for Marie Joseph Paul yves roch gilbert du motier?
Pronunciation: [mɐɹˈiː d͡ʒˈə͡ʊsəf pˈɔːl ˈiːv ɹˈɒk ɡˈɪlbət dˈuː mˈə͡ʊtɪə] (IPA) 
Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, commonly known as Marquis de Lafayette, was a French aristocrat and military leader who played a prominent role in the American Revolutionary War. Though his full name is quite a mouthful, there are several synonyms that can be used to refer to him. Some of these include the Marquis de Lafayette, Lafayette, and the French hero of the American Revolution. These terms all refer to the same person and can be used interchangeably. Regardless of what you choose to call him, there is no denying that Lafayette was a key figure in the fight for American independence.
