Antoine Philippe de La Trémoille
French general and military leader
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Died
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Military & Warriors
Country
France
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A prominent figure in the French Revolutionary Wars, served as a general in the early 1790s. Participated in the War of the First Coalition, leading forces during various military campaigns. Commanded troops at the Battle of Jemappes in 1792, securing a victory for the French Republic. Captured by forces loyal to the monarchy during the rise of radicalism, faced execution during the Reign of Terror.
Served as general in the French Revolutionary Wars
Commanded forces at the Battle of Jemappes
Executed during the Reign of Terror
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