Adam Philippe

French General and Comte de Custine

Adam Philippe - Military & Warriors born 1740
Born

1740
286 years ago

Died
Category

Military & Warriors

Country

France

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Served as a general in the French Revolutionary Army. Played a significant role in the early campaigns of the Revolutionary Wars. Led military efforts during the War of the First Coalition against Austria and Prussia. Captured by Prussian forces during a military campaign and was executed by guillotine in 1793.

Served as a general in the French Revolutionary Army

Led campaigns against Austria and Prussia

Executed by guillotine in 1793

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