Ranvier
(räɴ-vyā′)Louis Antoine 1835-1922- French histologist noted for his studies of nerve endings and skin structure.
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We follow them to the Hôtel-de-Ville, where Ranvier, who is on duty there, receives them.
History of the Commune of 1871P. Lissagary
Two nerve fibers, showing the nodes or constrictions of Ranvier and the axis cylinder.
A Practical PhysiologyAlbert F. Blaisdell
The mayors had no longer an army when, at ten o'clock, Ranvier came to ask for their final decision.
History of the Commune of 1871P. Lissagary
Ranvier, in an interval of silence, cried out, "In the name of the People the Commune is proclaimed."
History of the Commune of 1871P. Lissagary
Ranvier went in search of cannon, and mounted them in the fort of Issy, thus preventing the Versaillese from taking the offensive.
History of the Commune of 1871P. Lissagary